Verify ownership history and encumbrances with the help of a qualified lawyer. It is not glamorous work, but it is what keeps your investment defensible.
Sanctioned plans, occupancy certificates, and builder reputation should align with what is marketed. Mismatches are worth pausing over—even in a “hot” market.
A practical structural review (damp, cracks, plumbing, electrical) is cheaper than discovering issues after possession. Treat it as part of the price of certainty.