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A Power of Attorney is a legal contract in Maharashtra that allows a Principal to nominate an Agent to manage affairs such as real estate transactions, legal disputes, and financial investments. These documents are categorised into specific, general, or time-limited types depending on the scope of authority granted. To minimise Stamp Duty costs when selling property, the state encourages appointing close relatives, as appointing non-relatives incurs significantly higher fees. While some…

When IT professionals review a contract—whether it is a software vendor agreement or an employment offer—they always look for the “Exit Clause.” In the standard Leave and License Agreement generated by the Maharashtra Government portal, the Exit Clause (Clause 9) is highly unusual because it is asymmetric. Without a Lock-in period, the rules for leaving…

If you have ever rented a flat in Pune, you know the drill. The broker hands you a draft, and the duration is almost always set to 11 months. But have you ever asked “Why?” Why 11? Why not 12? Why not 5 years? Most people think “11 months” is a magic number that keeps…

If you live in Pune—whether you’re an IT professional in Hinjawadi or a family in Kothrud—you’ve likely heard everyone use the term “Rent Agreement.” But have you ever actually read the document you sign? If you look closely at the top of the paper, it never says “Rent Agreement.” It says “Leave and License Agreement”….

For the thousands of Punekars living in the United States—from the tech hubs of the Bay Area to the suburbs of New Jersey—managing real estate back home often feels like a logistical nightmare. Whether you are looking to invest in a new project in Baner or sell an ancestral wada in Sadashiv Peth, the biggest…

Buying a resale property in established Pune neighborhoods like Kothrud, Kalyani Nagar, or Aundh is often smarter than waiting years for an under-construction project. You get what you see, the area is developed, and you can move in immediately. However, legally speaking, buying a resale flat is far more complex than buying from a builder….

One of the most common legal documents used in Pune’s real estate market is the Power of Attorney (PoA). Whether you are an NRI in Dubai managing a flat in Baner, or a senior citizen in Kothrud asking your son to handle a property sale, a PoA is the instrument that makes it possible. However,…

1. The “Gift Deed” Route (The Instant Transfer) 2. The “Will” Route (The Future Transfer) 3. The “Settlement Deed” (The Middle Ground) 4. Critical Clauses We Draft for You Conclusion:

In Pune’s fast-paced real estate market, the pressure to “block the deal” with a token payment is intense. But paying before you verify is a financial gamble. Here is the essential legal checklist every Pune homebuyer needs before releasing a single rupee. The scenario is common across Pune’s buzzing property hubs, from Wakad and Baner…

For Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) owning property in Pune—whether it is an apartment in Wakad, a row house in Baner, or a plot in Wagholi—managing the asset from thousands of miles away is a challenge. When the time comes to sell, the logistics can feel overwhelming. The most common question I receive from overseas clients is:…