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    Due Diligence Services

    Property Due Diligence in Bangalore

    Property due diligence is a complete, end-to-end legal investigation of a property — far beyond a simple document check. Before you commit lakhs or crores, Legal Brigade investigates ownership history, pending litigation, statutory approvals, and every other risk that could surface after registration.

    Our due diligence covers commercial and residential properties across Bangalore. Every report is signed off by Legal Brigade, with a clear GO or NO-GO recommendation you can rely on.

    Use this service whenever the stakes are high — large investments, joint ventures, NRI purchases, or any property where the seller's claims need independent verification.

    What's Included

    • 30-year title chain analysis with mother deed verification
    • Litigation and court-case search across relevant jurisdictions
    • Encumbrance certificate review and lien detection
    • Government approvals: BBMP, BDA, RERA, conversion orders
    • Khata, mutation, and property tax history review
    • Builder / developer background and statutory compliance check
    • Final written Legal Scrutiny Report with clear recommendation

    The 25-point property due diligence checklist

    Every point below is checked, cross-verified, and reported in the signed Legal Opinion.

    1. Mother deed and 30-year title chain tracing
    2. Original sale deed with seller's name match
    3. Encumbrance Certificate (Form 15 / Form 16) for 30 years
    4. Mutation extract (MR) reflecting current owner
    5. Latest RTC / Pahani (for non-urban property)
    6. Khata certificate and Khata extract — A or B
    7. Property tax paid receipts for the last 5 years
    8. Sanctioned building plan from BBMP / BDA / panchayat
    9. Occupancy Certificate (OC) or Completion Certificate
    10. RERA registration (for projects on or after 01-Jul-2017)
    11. Land conversion order (DC Conversion / 79A / 79B)
    12. Zoning compliance per Revised Master Plan
    13. Court-case search across civil and revenue jurisdictions
    14. Income-tax department notice / attachment search
    15. Bank loan / mortgage release certificate
    16. GPA chain — if any prior General Power of Attorney exists
    17. Family settlement / partition deed (where applicable)
    18. Will / succession certificate (for inherited property)
    19. Building deviation report against sanctioned plan
    20. Society / association NOC (apartment / villa community)
    21. PTCL status check (SC/ST granted lands)
    22. Acquisition / notification check (BDA / NHAI / Metro)
    23. Lakebed and revenue-survey verification
    24. Boundary, dimensions and physical possession check
    25. Final signed Legal Opinion with GO / NO-GO recommendation

    How long does property due diligence in bangalore take?

    1. 1

      Day 1 — Document intake

      Share the documents you have. We send a checklist of anything missing and confirm scope.

    2. 2

      Day 2-4 — Title chain & EC search

      30-year title chain, EC pull, mutation register, and revenue record cross-check.

    3. 3

      Day 4-6 — Approvals & litigation scan

      BBMP/BDA/RERA approvals, conversion orders where applicable, and court-case search.

    4. 4

      Day 6-7 — Draft report review

      Findings reviewed with Legal Brigade and red-flag list prepared.

    5. 5

      Day 7-10 — Final Legal Opinion

      Signed Legal Opinion with a clear GO / NO-GO recommendation delivered to you.

    Request a proposal

    Share your property details and the service you need. Legal Brigade will send a written proposal.

    Red flags we surface

    Any of these findings triggers a written NO-GO or a remedial plan before you commit.

    • Broken title chain or missing mother deed
    • Mismatch between EC, mutation and revenue records
    • Conversion order missing for non-agricultural use
    • Building deviation greater than 5% from sanctioned plan
    • Unreleased mortgage in the EC against the current owner
    • Project not registered with Karnataka RERA
    • PTCL or 79A/79B violation in the title chain
    • Active civil suit or revenue dispute pending in court
    • Acquisition notification (BDA / Metro / NHAI) over the parcel
    • GPA used instead of registered sale deed in the chain

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    Initial review by Legal Brigade. Clear written opinion.

    5-7 working days · 30-year title chain · written Legal Opinion

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is property due diligence and why do I need it before buying?
    Property due diligence is a complete legal investigation of ownership history, encumbrances, statutory approvals, and pending litigation before you commit. It uncovers forged title deeds, undisclosed loans, disputed ownership, and missing approvals — the four causes behind almost every property dispute in Bangalore. Without it, buyers are signing blind.
    How is due diligence different from a basic document check?
    A document check only verifies the documents in front of you. Due diligence investigates the underlying facts — court records, registrar databases, BBMP approvals, RERA status, mutation history, and the seller's authority itself. Legal Brigade's due diligence delivers a written GO or NO-GO opinion based on cross-verified primary sources.
    How long does property due diligence take in Bangalore?
    Standard property due diligence takes 7 to 10 working days for residential apartments and plots. Agricultural land, joint-development properties, partition cases, or matters involving Hindu Undivided Families typically take 14 to 21 days because court searches and revenue cross-checks are deeper. You receive a clear timeline at engagement.
    How do I get a proposal for property due diligence?
    Share your property location, type, and available documents with Legal Brigade to receive a written proposal. It covers scope — Comprehensive Due Diligence Report (DDR), Sale Agreement / Sale Deed vetting or drafting, and Sub-Registrar Office registration assistance — and timeline. Request a proposal via the contact form.
    Can due diligence be done after I have paid an advance?
    Yes, but it limits your options. Once advance is paid, recovery depends on the agreement's cancellation clauses and the seller's willingness. Legal Brigade still recommends due diligence post-advance because it identifies defects in time to negotiate a refund, demand indemnities, or block registration before full payment is made.
    What documents will I receive at the end of due diligence?
    You receive a written Legal Scrutiny Report covering title chain, EC findings, litigation search, approvals, and risks; a Legal Opinion with a clear GO or NO-GO recommendation; and an issues list with suggested remedies. All documents are signed by Legal Brigade and delivered as PDFs with hard copies on request.