Overview

Before you buy a property, it is important for you to familiarize yourself with property vetting process; otherwise you may fall victim to forgery. Trusting a broker blind-folded without investigation will be your sheer foolishness. So, when you decide to buy a flat, plot or a house, do not feel tempted to buy it, whatever attractive price the broker or seller may offer you. We at Your Property Doctorensure that the property you are going to buy is free from legal hurdles and its documents are up to the mark.

Legal Documents for Property Verification

Ownership Deed

Ownership deed verificationproves that the property is registered, whether it is gifted or purchased. You can check its authenticity and genuineness from the sub-registrar office. By doing so, you will come to know about the real ownership of the property. Remember that this is one of the most important documents of vetting process.

All Bia Deeds

Bia Deeds are the title deeds of the property of the last owners. Bia deeds for property ownershipestablish a chain of ownership that plays an indispensable role while purchasing a property.

Khatiyan

Khatiyan, called as Record of Rights, is a document for identification of land. Khatiyan verification for propertyascertain the possession, ownership, and assess land development tax. It determines the land type, easement right, portion of an owner, mode of pay tax, etc.

Mutation Khatiyan

Mutation Khatiyan and land transfer is one of the most important documents of property vetting.It is also called “Namjari” and is important for two reasons:

• This document is prepared through a survey. If the property is inherited or transferred in-between two surveys, then it is mandatory that you mutate and replace the current owner’s name with the old owner in the Khatiyan. It is necessary for the payment of land tax.

• You should validate the following document of mutation from the AC land office:

• Mutation Khatiyan

• Duplicate Carbon Rashid

• Mutation proposal letter

Without these documents, the transfer of the ownership to another party is not possible.

Besides these documents, you must check NEC (No Encouragement Certificate), land rent receipt, updated rent receipt, and No Objection Certificate for property.According to the rules and regulations, one must pay an annual rent for each land. If any problems are associated with the property, it is not possible to pay this rent. So, make sure that your property is free from issues and can be vetted properly. Since the process of vetting the authenticity of the property is an arduous task, it is suggested to take advice from a legal expert.

Title Verification: Title verification processproves the ownership of your property without any discrepancies. 

Tax and Dues: Property vetting audits your property thoroughly and prevents you from unexpected liabilities. 

Pending Litigations: Vetting checksif there are the legal hurdles associated with your property that could impact the ownership of your property.

Encumbrance Certificate: Encumbrance certificate checkproves that your property does not have any claims or liens.

Possession: Property vettingprocess verifies that you are legitimate owner of your property.

Due Diligence on Sellers or Builders: Property due diligencemitigates the risks associated with the property and maintains your reputation.

Environmental Clearances: Vetting assesses compliance with sustainability regulations.

Compliance with Local Building Rules: Vetting ensures that all developments are in compliance with municipal standards.

Land Use and Zoning Laws: These laws ensure that you have proper land use and your property is in accordance with zoning law compliance

What are the Key Benefits of Vetting of Property?

• Documentation Checking: Conducting exhaustive reviews to prove accuracy and authenticity of your property

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring that your property complies with all applicable laws and guidelines

• Property Appraisal: Provides precise evaluations to inform investment decisions

• Mitigates Your Financial Risks: Ensures legitimacy and transparency in your property dealings by reducing financial risks

• Compliance with Rules and Regulations: Conducts scrutiny to check whether your property complies with the national, regional, local rules and regulations 

• Smooth Transactions: Safeguards you against legal challenges and ensures smooth transaction of your property  

• Risk Identification: Protects your property against boundary disputes, fraud, and ownership misrepresentation  

• Legal Review of Documents: Conducts exhaustive legal review of contracts, titles, deeds, and zoning compliance  

Checking Your Eligibility for Legal Vetting

You will be eligible for legal vetting under the following conditions:

• If you run business, companies, startups, firms, NGOs, NPOs

• If you are advocate, judge, or law student

• If you are stuck in a litigation matter

Whom Should You Hire for Legal Vetting Process?

You should hire an advocate who has vast experience in providing legal vetting services. Also, ask their fees before you hire them.