Tuesday, July 7, 2009

How to buy a flat? – Introduction

For most people, buying a flat is one of the biggest buys they make in their life. It involves a huge amount of money. When you put in so much money, you want to be sure that you are making the right decisions and not doing anything wrong. That is exactly what this article will help you with.

The actual process of buying a flat is not very complicated. Even if you do not understand it, your seller will be more than happy to explain each and every thing to you. The difficult part is, knowing that you are not being "fooled" or "conned" by someone. This guide will give you all the possible tips and tricks you should keep in mind so that you can make your decision wisely. We hope you find it helpful.

Choosing the location of your flat, you must consider these questions:

· Is there a “daily market” from which you can buy fruits and vegetables near-by?

· Is there a doctor’s clinic or hospital nearby?

· If you and your family relies on public transport, is there a buss stop, railway station etc. close-by?

· If you have small children, is there a playground, park, garden etc. close-by?

· What about post offices, banks etc.?

· Does the area have proper drainage, sewage and water supply?

· Is there a regular system for garbage disposal in your area?

· What about schools, collages, offices? How far are they from the location?

· What will the daily transport cost be?

· What is the pollution and noise situation in the area?

· How is the neighborhood? Is it a safe place to raise children?

By Chetna Desai

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