Refund Allowed — But Not Final: Homebuyers Must Repay If Builder Wins Appeal

The MahaRERA Appellate Tribunal has allowed homebuyers to withdraw refund amounts ordered by MahaRERA—but with a key condition: if the builder succeeds in appeal, the buyers must return the money with interest. The ruling attempts to balance buyer hardship with developer rights amid long-pending real estate disputes.

MahaRERA’s Landmark Decisions in 2025 Strengthen Homebuyer Protection and Industry Accountability

In 2025, MahaRERA delivered a series of landmark reforms—disposing of a record 6,945 complaints, integrating all planning authorities, tightening compliance norms, and strengthening enforcement—marking a decisive shift toward faster justice, transparency, and stronger protection for homebuyers across Maharashtra.

Double Booking Costs Builder Dear: MahaRERA Orders Refund to Homebuyer in Sunteck Project

MahaRERA has ordered a builder to refund a homebuyer’s money after ruling that the flat was double-booked and no valid allotment or agreement existed.

Payment Default by Homebuyers: MahaRERA Upholds Builder’s Right to Cancel Allotments

MahaRERA has ruled that homebuyers who repeatedly default on payments risk losing their flats, upholding a builder’s right to cancel allotments under Section 11(5) of the RERA Act.

Do You Know Homebuyers Can Face Jail Too for Disobeying MahaRERA Tribunal Orders?

RERA is not just about punishing builders. Under MahaRERA, even homebuyers can face penalties—and jail—for ignoring Tribunal orders. Here’s what the law actually says.