How much down payment is required to buy a home?

Banks typically finance 75 to 90 percent of the property value, so buyers need to arrange 10 to 25 percent as down payment, plus stamp duty, registration and other charges separately.

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Yes. Any project above the notified plot size/unit threshold must be registered with the state RERA authority before it can be marketed or sold. Always verify the registration number on the state RERA portal before booking.

Banks typically finance 75–90% of the property value, so buyers need to arrange 10–25% as down payment, plus stamp duty, registration, and other charges separately.

A good broker saves time, brings market and price-negotiation expertise, coordinates site visits, and supports legal verification — value that goes well beyond just listing access.

Key documents include the title deed, encumbrance certificate, property tax receipts, approved building plan, occupancy/completion certificate, and RERA registration for under-construction projects.

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