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Questions to ask owners before you rent

Good questions save bad Saturdays. Send these in chat before you commute across the city for a flat that was never going to work.

Updated 2026-08-07

Money and tenure

What is the monthly rent, maintenance, and deposit? Is brokerage expected from either side? What is the minimum lock-in and notice period?

Who pays for minor repairs in the first month? Clarify painting and deep-cleaning expectations before move-in.

Living rules

Are pets allowed? Is cooking non-veg restricted? What are guest and Airbnb-style visitor rules?

Ask about water timings, tanker dependency, and power backup — especially in older societies.

Availability and proof

When can you move in, and can you meet the decision-maker on the visit? Will you see the draft agreement terms before paying a token?

On EstateLoop, keep answers in the thread so you have a record of what was promised.

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