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Guides for Indian Landlords
Practical advice on rent control laws, security deposits, Model Tenancy Act, TDS, and property management in India.
Rent Increase Rules in India (2026): Legal Percentage Caps & Free Hike Template
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Rent Increase Rules in India (2026): Legal Percentage Caps & Free Hike Template
How much can a landlord legally increase rent in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Delhi, and Tamil Nadu? State-wise escalation limits, 30-day notice rules, and free template.
Security Deposit Rules in India
From the 2-10 month deposit norm to move-out deductions. Everything you need to know about security deposits under Indian rental practices.
PG vs Apartment: Better Returns in Bangalore?
We crunched the numbers. Compare yields, vacancy rates, and management overhead for PGs vs apartments in Whitefield, Electronic City, and Indiranagar.
Rent Receipt Format in India
Tenants need rent receipts for HRA tax exemption. Here is the exact format landlords must use in India, what to include, and how to avoid the mistakes that get claims rejected.
How to Legally Evict a Tenant in India (2026): Notice Periods & Grounds
Evicting a tenant in India is a legal process. Step-by-step breakdown of notice periods, Rent Authority filing under Model Tenancy Act, valid grounds, and avoiding illegal locks.
Electricity Bill Rules for Tenants in India (2026): Sub-Meter & Utility Splitting
Can landlords charge commercial electricity rates to tenants? Learn state DISCOM rules, sub-meter splitting math, common-area charges, and move-out security.
Leave and License vs Rent Agreement in India
Both are legal, but they are very different. Understand the difference in protection, stamp duty, registration, and which one to sign in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Delhi.
GST on Residential Rent in India
The simple answer: residential rent is exempt from GST in almost every case. But commercial rent is taxable. Here is exactly when GST applies and when it doesn't.
How to Start and Run a PG Hostel in India
From registration and safety norms to pricing beds and managing food — a step-by-step guide to running a profitable PG in India.
How to Increase PG Occupancy: A Landlord's Playbook
How to increase PG occupancy with proven marketing, pricing, and retention tactics tailored for Indian landlords. Learn about seasonal demand and legal compliance under the Model Tenancy Act.
TDS on Rent in India: Rates, Thresholds & 194IB vs 194I
TDS on rent: the ₹50,000/month rule under Section 194IB that catches individual tenants, the ₹1.8 lakh/month threshold under 194I for businesses, and the 2% rate. Here is how it actually works.
Model Tenancy Act 2021: What Indian Landlords Need to Know
The Model Tenancy Act caps deposits at 2 months of rent, limits rent hikes to 5% a year, and fast-tracks evictions — but only in states that adopt it. Here is what it means for you.
Rent Increase Notice Format in India (Free Template)
A copy-paste rent increase notice for Indian landlords — what to include, how many days' notice to give, and how to deliver it so it holds up in a dispute.
Tenant Verification in India: Police & Background Checks
Police verification is mandatory in most Indian cities, takes 2-7 days online, and is free. Here is exactly what to collect, where to submit it, and what skipping it can cost you.
Tenant Not Paying Rent in India? 5 Legal Steps & Free Demand Notice (2026)
Step-by-step legal guide for Indian landlords facing unpaid rent. 15-day rent demand notice format, security deposit adjustments, Model Tenancy Act rules, and Rent Authority filing.
How to Collect Rent Online in India (2026): UPI, Bank Transfer & Free Receipts
Compare UPI, bank transfers, payment links, and NACH for Indian landlords. Learn how to automate rent collection, track dues in ₹, and generate tax-ready receipts.
Landlord vs Tenant Maintenance Responsibilities in India
Who pays for structural repairs, plumbing leaks, painting, and electrical fixes in an Indian rental property? Breakdown of legal rules, Model Tenancy Act guidelines, and practical lease clauses.
Security Deposit Rules in Bangalore (2026): 10-Month Norms & Painting Deductions
Navigating 10-month residential deposits in Whitefield, Indiranagar, and HSR Layout. Learn legal deposit caps under Model Tenancy Act, painting deduction rules, and move-out receipts.
Leave and License Registration in Maharashtra: Rules, Fees & Stamp Duty (2026)
11-month agreement registration in Mumbai, Pune, and Thane. Stamp duty calculations, e-filing fees, police verification portal, and legal protection.
Noida & Gurgaon Rent Agreement & Police Verification Rules (2026)
Compulsory tenant police verification in UP and Haryana. Online portal submission, stamp duty rates, and lease registration thresholds for NCR landlords.
Hyderabad Rental Yields & Legal Guide (2026): Gachibowli, Kondapur & HITEC City
Navigating 3.5-4.8% rental yields in Gachibowli, Kondapur, and HITEC City. Telangana rental norms, 2-3 month deposit caps, and maintenance recovery strategies.
Delhi Rent Control Act & Tenant Police Verification Rules (2026)
Compulsory Delhi Police tenant verification online via Tatpar app. 10% rent escalation rules under Delhi Rent Act 1995, stamp duty rates, and lease registration thresholds.
Pune Rent Agreement Registration & PG Operator Rules (2026)
Leave and License registration in Hinjewadi, Kharadi, and Wakad. Pune Police Citizen Portal tenant verification, society NOC rules, and PG occupancy compliance.
Chennai & Tamil Nadu Rent Authority Registration Rules (2026)
Tenancy agreement registration under Tamil Nadu Regulation of Rights and Responsibilities of Landlords and Tenants Act (TNRRRLTA). 2-month deposit norms, Tenancy Registration Number (TNRN), and eviction rules.
Mumbai Rent Control Act & Online Leave and License Registration Guide (2026)
Complete legal guide for landlords in Mumbai, Thane & Navi Mumbai. Covers Maharashtra Rent Control Act, 11-month biometric registration, stamp duty fees, and deposit deductions.
Gurgaon & Noida Landlord Guide (2026): Police Verification & PG Permits
Essential legal & operational guide for landlords and PG owners in Gurgaon, Noida, & Greater Noida. Police verification rules, society NOCs, and rent collection automation.
Hyderabad Landlord Guide 2026: Telangana Rent Control & High Yield Areas
Guide for property owners in Hyderabad, Gachibowli, & HITEC City. Covers Telangana Buildings Rent Control Act, 2-month deposit norms, and rental yield optimization.
Kolkata Landlord Guide 2026: West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act & Salt Lake Rules
Essential legal & rental guide for property owners in Kolkata, Salt Lake Sector V, & New Town. Tenant verification, 2-month deposit norms, and rent tracking.
Ahmedabad Landlord Guide 2026: Gujarat Rent Control Act & SG Highway Rules
Legal & operational guide for property owners in Ahmedabad, SG Highway, & GIFT City. Rent agreements, police intimation, and deposit tracking.
Jaipur Landlord Guide 2026: Rajasthan Rent Control Act & Malviya Nagar Rules
Comprehensive rental guide for landlords in Jaipur, Malviya Nagar, & Vaishali Nagar. Covers Rajasthan Rent Control Act 2001, deposit rules, and rent tracking.
Kochi Landlord Guide 2026: Kerala Lease Rules & Marine Drive Apartments
Property management guide for landlords in Kochi, Kakkanad InfoPark, & Marine Drive. Kerala Rent Control Act, NRI villa tracking, and 2-month deposits.
Goa Landlord Guide 2026: Villa Rentals, Rent Control Act & Panjim Rules
Guide for landlords & villa owners in Goa, Panjim, Miramar, & Candolim. Covers Goa Buildings Rent Control Act, holiday villa maintenance, and long-term lease terms.
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