Question 1

What is property due diligence and why do I need it before buying?

Accepted Answer

Property due diligence is a complete legal investigation of a property's ownership history, encumbrances, approvals, and litigation status before you commit. It protects you from forged title deeds, hidden loans, and disputed ownership — the leading causes of property fraud in Bangalore. Skipping it is the single biggest reason buyers lose money.

Question 2

How long does a title verification take in Bangalore?

Accepted Answer

A standard title verification in Bangalore takes 5 to 7 working days from the date all available documents are received. Complex matters — agricultural conversion, multiple co-owners, disputed mutations, or NRI grant chains — typically take 10 to 14 days. Legal Brigade provides a firm timeline after the initial document assessment.

Question 3

What documents are checked in a legal opinion for property?

Accepted Answer

A legal opinion examines the mother deed and 30-year title chain, encumbrance certificate (EC), latest RTC and mutation extracts, khata, property tax receipts, sanctioned plan, occupancy certificate, RERA registration for apartments, and any prior agreements. Each document is cross-verified against revenue records and Sub-Registrar entries before a GO/NO-GO opinion is issued.

Question 4

How much does property due diligence cost in Bangalore?

Accepted Answer

Property due diligence at Legal Brigade starts at ₹6,999 for a standalone Legal Scrutiny and Legal Opinion. The Standard Pack at ₹29,999 covers due diligence plus sale agreement drafting, sale deed drafting, and Sub-Registrar registration support — fixed-fee, with no hidden charges or hourly billing.

Question 5

Can I do due diligence after paying an advance?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but it is risky. Once an advance is paid, walking away if defects are discovered usually means losing that money. Legal Brigade strongly recommends completing title verification before any advance is transferred. If you have already paid, we still verify and advise on cancellation, refund, or renegotiation options.

Question 6

What is an Encumbrance Certificate and how is it verified?

Accepted Answer

An Encumbrance Certificate (EC) is a Karnataka government record listing every registered transaction on a property — sales, mortgages, gifts, liens — for a chosen period. Legal Brigade obtains a 13 to 30 year EC from the Sub-Registrar, cross-checks every entry against title deeds, and flags any undisclosed loan, lien, or transfer.