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In my view, people often miss authority approval, seller identity, original receipts, dues status, and whether the file or allotment trail is complete. For verification discussions like this, I usually compare recent ground reality, not just listing language. If a buyer is looking for long-term value, I would check whether the location still makes sense after transfer costs, holding costs, and realistic resale demand are factored in. That gives a clearer picture than simply looking at the asking price.
This is also where site visits matter. Two properties that look similar online can feel very different once road access, surroundings, and actual development on ground are checked properly.