UNVEILING THE HIDDEN PRICES ON BUYING NEW HOUSE
Selecting and Buying a house is one of the most important decisions in one's life.
Brimmed with enthusiasm and emotions of buying a new house in patna , people generally tend
to overlook some extra charges that come additionally accompanying the rate price as
an expense. This can cripple one’s budget as these rates can be summed up to around
15-20% of the house price. No one would fancy being house-welcomed by a list of
expenses they had a little or idea about. Thus it is important to chalk out these
expenses beforehand and then go on for the house hunting with this awareness to
avoid overbudgeting. But don’t worry, we've got you covered! Here is a list of the hidden
costs you should be aware of.
1. Stamp duty and Registration fee
Stamp duty is the compulsory amount the buyer pays to the State Government to enlist
the property on his name. This fees may differ from state to state but generally, it’s
about 5-7% of the property price. This is one of the principal hidden charges one has to
pay before shifting in. Also, the court charges a registration fee, of generally 1-2%, for
the documental agreement between the broker and the buyer mentioning the shift of
2. GST and VAT
For purchasing any under-construction property, an additional Goods and Service Tax
(GST) is to be paid to the Central government. The affordable housing plans are
working to reduce this cost and the GST varies from 1-5% of the house rate. While
there is no GST on ready to move properties and the properties which have received
the Completion Certificate (CC).
3. Maintenance Deposit
This is a variable charge taken by society committee members in the existing buildings
or the broker for provision and maintenance of parks, clubhouse, gym, basic
infrastructure, light or water. Nowadays builders are taking this token in advance for 5
years to obtain funds for establishing these facilities. This amount is variable and can
4. Parking charges
The parking charges are generally not included in the housing price. This comes as
another major hidden charge which one has to pay to park his/her vehicle. The rates
depend upon the available space, its type like if it's open or a closed space and on how
many vehicles you have. It could be up to lakhs due to the scarcity of space and
5. Preferential Locality Charges(PLC)
For a better experience, you've to pay a better price. Everything has its cost- A house
with a pool view, A house on the thirtieth floor of a skyscraper with a terrace or a house
on the ground floor with a garden. PLC charges are subjective. Every unique feature is
considered as an asset and charged accordingly and can hike the property value to





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