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Is home loan a guarantee of clear title?

Prospective homebuyers should exercise caution by thoroughly examining property titles prior to their purchases. Legal professionals warn that banks' verification methods often fall short when it comes to…

Is home loan a guarantee of clear title?
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Prospective homebuyers should exercise caution by thoroughly examining property titles prior to their purchases. Legal professionals warn that banks' verification methods often fall short when it comes to uncovering potential disputes related to property titles. Since India lacks an implied warranty law, the onus of title verification rests solely on the buyers. It’s advisable for homebuyers to seek independent legal advice to ensure the property title is unambiguous.

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