My Sohna Property Buying Experience: A First-Time Buyer Story

I am Vikram, a 32-year-old IT professional. Here is my journey of buying my first home in Sohna.\n\nBackground:\n• Budget: Rs 70 Lakhs\n• Requirement: 3 BHK for family of 4\n• Location preference: Good air quality, family-friendly\n\nWhy I Chose Sohna Over Gurgaon:\nI was initially looking at Dwarka Expressway. But after visiting during winter (AQI was 380!), I started exploring alternatives. A colleague suggested Sohna. First visit - I was amazed by the clean air and Aravalli views.\n\nMy Search Process:\n• Visited 8 projects over 3 weekends\n• Shortlisted: Ashiana Mulberry, Eldeco Accolade, Signature Global\n• Final choice: Eldeco Accolade 3 BHK (1650 sq.ft.)\n• Price: Rs 72 Lakhs (all-inclusive)\n\nLoan Process:\n• Bank: HDFC Home Loans\n• Interest: 8.75%\n• Loan amount: Rs 58 Lakhs\n• EMI: Rs 52,000/month\n• Processing time: 15 days\n\nPossession Experience:\n• Promised: March 2024\n• Actual: February 2024 (1 month early!)\n• Quality check: Passed with minor snags fixed in 1 week\n\nAfter 6 Months:\nNo regrets! My daughter's asthma issues have reduced significantly. Weekend mornings are spent in the Aravalli trails. Property value has already increased by Rs 5 Lakhs.\n\nAdvice to First-Time Buyers:\n1. Visit projects multiple times\n2. Talk to existing residents\n3. Check RERA registration\n4. Factor in all costs (registration, GST, maintenance)\n5. Choose established developers