Homebuyers Lose Right to Compensation & Rent Refund Once They Accept Delayed Possession

“Once you take possession, you can get interest for the delay — but not compensation for mental harassment or rent paid elsewhere. That’s the clear message from the Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal in a landmark Thane homebuyer case.”

Homebuyers Are Vulnerable, Developers Not on Equal Footing: Bombay High Court

In a powerful pro-homebuyer verdict, the Bombay High Court has held that allottees are “generally very vulnerable” and cannot be placed on equal footing with promoters, clearing the way for withdrawal of deposited refund amounts during developer appeals.

Runwal Greens Mulund: Tribunal Orders Runwal To Refund ₹39.8L for Less Carpet Area + Delay Interest

In a significant setback for Runwal Homes, the Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal has directed refund of over ₹39 lakh to homebuyers in Runwal Greens, Mulund, after finding the promised 1096 sq. ft. carpet area was actually far less as per approved plans. The Tribunal also awarded interest on the entire delay from 2015 to 2020, overturning MahaRERA’s developer-friendly order.

Homebuyers Alert: MahaRERA Rejects Tharwani Ariana Deregistration Bid Amid Contradictions

MahaRERA has rejected the deregistration of Tharwani Ariana Phase IV citing serious discrepancies and lack of proper allottee protection. Promoter faces ₹20,000 penalty. Know the full timeline and what buyers should check immediately.