625-Day Delay Costs Homebuyers Their Appeal: MahaRERA Tribunal Refuses to Budge

In a landmark decision, the Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (MREAT) dismissed two appeals due to a shocking 625-day delay in filing. The tribunal ruled that mere miscommunication with legal counsel does not justify missing statutory deadlines. This verdict serves as a warning to homebuyers and litigants—time is of the essence in real estate disputes.

After a Decade of Waiting, MahaRERA Orders Homebuyer to Settle Remaining Payment for Flat Booking

On October 17, 2024, MahaRERA issued a significant order in the case of Rajendra Bhabutmal Shah vs. Shatrughan Bhanudas Chavare, instructing the homebuyer to pay the outstanding balance for a flat booked nearly ten years ago. This decision emphasizes the need for adherence to contractual commitments in real estate dealings.