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Home Maintenance Checklist

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  Now that you have finalised buying your dream villa or flat in Kerala it’s time to get to the nitty gritty of things like home maintenance. It can be intimidating to begin with as home maintenance of your luxury flat in Kochi involves a long list of tasks but with regular home maintenance you can save money in the long run as well as avoid headaches in the future. You can do most of the regular home maintenance tasks on your own or call professionals to do it. Once you start doing the maintenance, it might get difficult to keep a track of things. Create a home maintenance checklist so that you can maximise your efficiency. Segregate your tasks into monthly, bi-annual, and annual basis. Some tasks need to be done in a particular season while there are tasks that can be done at any time of the year.  Monthly Check the sink drains to see that no debris or clog is collected.  Clean bathroom taps, showerheads, and faucet aerators to remove mineral deposits and avoid rust fo...

Freehold or Leasehold Property

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  Looking to buy a flat in Kerala? It’s good to be aware of real estate terms like Freehold and leasehold which are two forms of legal ownership of a property. Before buying, it’s important to know if the apartment in Kerala is freehold or leasehold property and also if there are any legalities associated with them.  A freehold property is a property or land, which is owned or inherited for life. When a property is acquired under the lease, it is termed as Leasehold property. Prime real estate portal in Kerala, luxurykeralaflats.com helps you to know the difference between freehold and leasehold properties.  The two main factors that differentiate freehold and leasehold properties are land ownership and control. As an owner, you have the absolute control to do what you wish with your property which lies within the local planning rules. Whereas in a leasehold property, the ownership is given by the government for a tenure of 99 years. The lease can be extended to as high ...

How to find the best buyer for your home?

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Experiencing difficulties getting the right buyer for your flat in Kerala ? No problem! Selling a home can be quite a headache and all of us will worry about getting the right buyer paying our desired price. Have you ever considered the important aspects while selling your property? By pricing your home right, having all the legal documents and presenting your home in an appealing way is the best way to do this.  Check out this overview from luxurykeralaflats.com on how to find the best buyer for your home?  The right price A price that is too high or too low might deter buyers. You should interact with your friends or neighbours who have sold their properties or are planning to sell their properties before you plan to sell your apartment. Do research in real estate portals like luxurykeralaflats.com to get an idea on the prices of flats in Kerala especially luxury flats in Kochi. Get your papers up to date Try to search out and update all the legal and civic documents relati...

What is the difference between studios, apartments and villas? How to choose among them?

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Have you come across terms like studio, duplex, penthouse & villa when you are planning to invest in real estate? If you have so many options to choose from, determining the right one becomes difficult. Don’t get confused, here’s an overview on this topic from luxurykeralaflats.com , the best real estate portal to buy, sell or rent flats in Kerala . Difference between studios, apartments and villas & how to choose among them?  Studio Apartment Also known as a studio flat, it is an apartment with a single room and an open floor plan. It typically consists of living space, bed space, a kitchenette and a bathroom at times having partial walls to create a demarcation. Variations of studio residential apartments include an alcove studio or a convertible studio.  Low cost, availability in prime locations, ease to clean and keep clutter-free are the main advantages. However, the small size, difficulty of having guests over, limited scope for redecorating & small closet sp...

7 Smart home designs for hot and humid Indian weather

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  No more coming home to a hot, humid house! Keep your home cool and comfortable with these 7 Smart home design ideas for hot and humid Indian weather. An insight by luxurykeralaflats.com, the best real estate portal to buy flats in Kerala Choose building materials wisely Choosing the right materials makes all the difference when designing a home in places with hot, humid climates.  By choosing wisely, your home gets protection from heat and moisture and also mould growth. They not just increase the comfort but also decrease the load on your cooling appliances. You can also go for roof material with high solar reflectance to minimise heat gain and help with the energy savings. Design according to the angles of sun If you consider at what angles the sun will hit your house while designing your home you’ll get a cool house!  Keep your kitchen on the east-facing side to get the advantage of the early sun & it also remains cooler in the afternoon.  The west-facing si...

How to choose a home loan provider?

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  Planning to buy a luxury flat in Kochi ? Check out flats in Kerala, at luxurykeralaflats.com before you buy your dream home. A home loan to back you up means you can even go slightly over the budget and go for a bigger house. After you have finalised the flat, you can start checking out home loan providers for your home loan. You should select the lender carefully so that you get a good deal in interest rates and the loan tenure. Just check out this insight... Loan amount and eligibility Based on your occupation (salaried or self-employed), disposable income and number of dependents, your loan eligibility is calculated. Considering your monthly income and the value of the luxury flat in Kochi the loan amount will vary with each loan provider. Choose the one which will sanction nearly 80-85% of the price of the apartment. It is to be noted that a bigger loan would imply a smaller down payment and a higher EMI.  Interest rate Consider the rate of interest before you apply for ...

Established or Small-scale Builders

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When it comes to building your new home you often face the question, whom to approach - Established or Small-scale Builders? The real estate market is crowded with an abundance of developers – new as well as established and there are too many great deals as well! Every developer in each region may carry distinct advantages and drawbacks. Hence, to make an informed buying choice for your flat in Kerala, a prospective buyer must weigh the pros and cons while selecting a real estate builder. The prime real estate portal, luxurykeralaflats.com brings to you a few points to keep in mind when deciding on a developer for your luxury flat in Kochi : RERA Certification It is mandatory that all real estate developers register under their respective State’s regulatory authority RERA. You can safeguard your investment in the event of delayed possession, incomplete project or faulty or substandard construction in a project by a RERA-registered developer. Credibility A reputed developer is consider...