The security deposit is an important facet of almost all lease agreements in India. It safeguards the landlord from any unpaid rent or any damage that is caused due to the tenants actions, it also causes distress & confusion for the tenant when there are no transparent laws. What exactly is a Security Deposit? … Read more
A Complete Legal Guide Safe landlord-tenant relations begin with a clear Rent Agreement. In Delhi, putting a few sentences on white papers will not be enough; it requires the correct conditions in the Rent Agreement, proper use of Stamp Paper at the time of Registration. The following guide elaborates How to Make A Valid Rent … Read more
Buying Property – Basic Checks It is essential for an individual to get checked full details and legal documents of a plot, house or flat before purchasing. This would assist an individual to ascertain that the seller has the legal rights to the property and property is free of any type of mortgages or lien. … Read more
An Encumbrance Certificate and the supporting property papers are two of the most important documents in any property transaction. Verifying them carefully helps you confirm whether the property is free from loans, charges, registered claims, and title defects before you buy it. Introduction Buying property can be a minefield when documents are not properly verified. … Read more
If you are buying or selling property, knowing the difference between a Sale Deed and an Agreement to Sell is essential. The two documents look similar, but they serve very different legal purposes, especially in property transactions in India. Article Property documents you shouldn’t ignore! The two documents most critical during a property deal, an … Read more
A sale agreement, drafted effectively, acts as a safeguard to safeguard rights of purchaser and vendee if prepared correctly and mentions total sum of conveyance before sale deed is conducted. This document is considered to be significant in India for sale of property. What is Sale Agreement A sale agreement (which is sometimes called … Read more
Check Property Title Before Buying Land Buying land in Delhi without verifying the title can lead to ownership disputes, hidden liabilities, and long legal battles. Before signing any agreement, confirm that the seller has a clear, marketable title and that the land is free from encumbrances, litigation, and unauthorized transfer issues. Introduction Delhi has a … Read more
A rent agreement is very important piece of paper in a rental situation. Because it explains what each person (parties) can and cannot do. In Delhi, having a good agreement helps to avoid problems arise during the rent periods. It prevents dispute because it has written all the terms clearly like what money paid as … Read more
Recently the SC in the case of “N. Thajudeen v. Tamil Nadu Khadi and Village Industries Board” (2024), looked at the questions regarding the revocation of a gift deed. Given in terms of Section 126 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 (“TOPA”). At the beginning the Hon’ble Supreme Court concluded that the gift deed … Read more
Trust account within India are governed by the rules that are contained in Indian Trusts Act, 1882 (the “1882 Act”). Under the 1882 Act”Trust” is an obligation attached to the title of property that is a result of a trust deposited in the hands of and accepted by the owner or declared and accepted by … Read more