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Shortlisting a safe builder

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Buying a luxury flat in Kochi? Shortlisting a safe builder is rather difficult. A safe and reliable builder means complete peace of mind that you have the right people doing the job for you. How to find a safe builder for buying your flat in Kerala ? Prime real estate portal to buy, rent or sell flats in Kerala, luxurykeralaflats.com, brings to you a rundown on this topic. Leads from friends & family Find the ideal builder for your flat in Kerala by doing proper research. Delivering the project on time and within the estimated budget should be the main benchmarks of a good builder. Personal recommendation by friends and family will be the best way to get information about the quality of the builders' workmanship, costs, reliability, time period to complete the job etc.  Background check You can thoroughly research any builder from popular online discussion forums. Be wary of any negative reviews of the builder. Apart from that you can check out the websites of each builder to g...

Investing vs. End-use of property

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Real estate investment has scaled up these days as it is considered a long-term solid asset! It will ensure a good ROI over the years. Many investors are not having a clear picture but it is good if you are reasonably certain of the utility of the purchase before buying a villa or a luxury flat in Kochi.  Anyway, the factors for deciding an investment vs end use of property real estate are very different. The popular real estate portal for buying, selling or renting flats in Kerala , luxurykeralaflats.com shares an insight. Location & Infrastructure End-users: If you are planning to own a home for shifting into it sooner or later, location has a major role! Ensure that the locality is conveniently situated and caters to all your needs like access to facilities - schools, hospitals and malls. Connectivity is also important as is the neighbourhood too. Factors like infrastructure development and major residential projects in the pipeline also count to the livability index of the ...

Rights and duties of a house seller

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  Are you the proud owner of a luxury flat in Kochi ? Thinking of selling it? There are certain rights and duties of a house seller you should be aware of. These duties and rights are governed by Section 55 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882. Duties of a seller before the sale: To reveal all material defects to the potential buyers of the property, which they may not be aware of and may not be able to recognise in future. A material defect may have an unfavourable impact on the property value, or will pose a risk to the resident. These defects can include issues like temporarily-hidden seepage issues, unstable building foundation etc. To disclose all such documents of title which are relevant to the property that are in your possession or in your power to access and show to the buyer. To respond to all the genuine and applicable questions asked by the buyer regarding the property or its title to the best of your knowledge. To enter into a contract with the buyer which states tha...

How are apartment prices calculated?

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Buying your first home is a major achievement! A huge investment in your life, but you should know, the price of flats in Kerala include a list of hidden costs that you have to pay when you buy it. Do not make the mistake of underestimating these costs as they normally make upto 20% of the advertised cost. Here are all the costs a builder/developer will charge you when you buy luxury flats in Kochi : Basic Sale Price (BSP) The actual price which is advertised by developers is the Basic Sales Price and it constitutes the main cost of your property. Preferential Location Charge (PLC) If you want your property at a location which is preferred by most people, you may have to pay a higher price. The PLC charges normally come to 4% of BSP.  External Electrification Charges(EEC) The price charged by the builder to lay down wires and cables from the electricity consumption meter to the apartment. Fire Fighting Equipment Charges (FFEC) Nowadays, all residential projects are supposed to inst...

Creative ways to split rooms without walls

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  The open plan style has been taking over the interior design scenario for a while now for its bright spacious feel and elegance! But it has chances to look messy as well and quite distracting if there are more people living in the house. Why not check out some creative ways to split rooms without walls and utilise them in your apartment or villa to find a solution for this? An insight brought to you by luxurykeralaflats.com , the best portal for buying, selling or renting flats in Kerala . Read on… Glass panels or windows When it comes to separating a room without losing the light, Glass panels or windows are amazing! They can provide a nice balance of aesthetics and the frame can be used to visually separate the areas. Glass also acts as a gentle noise barrier to the room. Blinds Even though slightly old-fashioned, blinds are one of the most flexible ways to separate a room. You can also add a breezy atmosphere to your apartment in Kerala with blinds . An Indoor Garden Includin...

Sustainability: A necessity in modern infrastructure development

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  Infrastructure development is taking place at a high speed in the modern world. Sustainable infrastructural development is being promoted nowadays. Why? Infrastructure development connects diverse regions and markets of the country & also creates jobs. The development uplifts the living standards, provides clean water & electricity and makes health & education available to all. However, it also has its pitfalls! Serious environmental damage, social and cultural disturbance, air & water pollution, disruption in social networks etc. are only some of the complications. The key to keep developing infrastructure and avoid the complications is to create sustainable infrastructure. Developing sustainable infrastructure means improving the processes and mechanisms in building infrastructure, in such a way that meets the present needs of the people and also reduces the impacts it would provide in the future. The prime portal for buying flats in Kerala , luxurykeralaflats.c...

How to use lighting for the perfect decor and ensure cost savings

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Moving into a new flat in Kochi can be a new beginning in one’s life! You can experience great joy decorating your new house. Lighting plays a major role in your home decor, but the question is how do you make your space look its best with good lighting?  Take a look at how to use lighting for the perfect decor and ensure cost savings at the same time. The best real estate portal for buying apartments in Kerala , luxurykeralaflats.com gives you an insight on some lighting options that you can choose, to beautify and brighten up your homes. Importance of lighting in your flat in Kochi Lights are not just to brighten up the space or see in the dark but to bring your living spaces to life as well! Good lighting can immensely lift up your mood from the doldrums! Wall lights with dimmers can help you control the amount of light in the room.  Types of lighting Diverse kinds of lighting options for every space are available in the market - Ambient lighting, Task lighting & Accen...