First-time buyer checklist — what you need before signing

After buying my first apartment last year, I learned a lot of things the hard way. Here’s my checklist for first-time buyers:

• Verify the land ownership documents (Khatian, RS, BS copies)
• Check RAJUK approval for the building plan
• Verify the developer’s track record
• Get a lawyer to review the deed before signing
• Check for any pending litigation on the property
• Verify utility connections (gas, water, electricity)
• Negotiate — almost everything is negotiable

Hope this helps someone!