December 1, 2023

Understanding the Property Transfer Act in India and its Impact on NRIs

Understanding the Property Transfer Act in India and its Impact on NRIs

IntroductionThe Property Transfer Act, often a subject of great interest for both domestic and non–resident Indians (NRIs), significantly regulates property transactions in India. This legislation governs the transfer of property from one entity to another. Understanding the rights and obligations of NRIs regarding property transactions in India is crucial. Furthermore, the Property Transfer Act plays […]

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September 27, 2023

Family Settlement Agreement to resolve NRI property disputes

Family Settlement Agreement to resolve NRI property disputes

Summary NRIs face hardship in resolving property disputes in India while sitting abroad. Most of the NRI property disputes revolve around inheritance, distribution or demarcation of ancestral properties amongst family members. NRIs can enter into a Family Settlement Agreement (FSA) instead of contesting long-drawn litigation battles in the Court. All members must voluntarily enter the […]

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September 6, 2022

Delay in Possession by the Builder, What to do?

Delay in Possession by the Builder, What to do

While investing in real estate projects, the buyers must be cautious to ensure that the developer is genuine. In case of a delay in the delivery of possession, the buyers have various rights against the builder. Therefore, before executing the real estate contracts and making full/part payments to the developer, the buyers must be diligent. […]

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December 17, 2021

Income Tax: Concept of Taxation for NRIs

Income Tax Concept of Taxation for NRIs

The taxation system in India is a fundamental part of the country’s economy. India has a well-structured tax system. From income tax to custom duty, various taxes apply to Indian citizens under the country’s taxation system. Almost all taxes under the taxation system can be primarily classified into direct and indirect taxes. Some of the […]

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October 26, 2021

Power of Attorney | Risks and concerns for NRIs | FAQs

Power of Attorney Risks and concerns for NRIs FAQs

In today’s world, signing an agreement and entering into a contract is of utmost importance. Therefore, POA is an essential element in every estate plan. Granting a Power of Attorney for delegating all decisions to another one by sharing decision-making power is an easy and legal way. Therefore, to some solve legal issues, POA is […]

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September 10, 2021

All About Title Search of Property in India

All About Title Search of Property in India

Most of the overseas citizens of India generally inherit a piece of land or property in India from their parents or grandparents, and only a handful have any knowledge. Almost none have any ownership documents or have done a title search of the property, upon which they have a legal right.When the property owner is […]

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January 12, 2021

Best ways to prevent property disputes in India

Prevent Property disputes in India

Property disputes form the majority of cases that clog our judiciary. Around 66% of all cases are property-related litigations. There are numerous types of property disputes in India. The majority of the disputes relate to the title of the immovable property. When a person has a good title over the property, it infers that such […]

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