Legal & Documentation
Questions about property law, registration, and paperwork.
How to verify land ownership in Bangladesh — step by step
I want to share the process I follow to verify land ownership, which has saved me from a potential scam once: Collect certified copy of…
Is it legal to convert agricultural land to residential?
I own 20 shotok of agricultural land in Gazipur. I want to convert it to residential and build a house. Is this legally possible? What's…
Understanding property tax in Bangladesh
Can someone explain how property tax (holding tax) works in Bangladesh? How is it calculated and where do I pay it? I just inherited a…
Joint ownership with spouse — pros and cons?
My wife and I are buying a property together. Should we register it as joint ownership? What are the tax implications and what happens in…
What is the mutation process after buying a property?
I just completed my apartment purchase. Now I need to do the mutation (namjari). Can someone explain the process? Which office do I go to,…
Power of Attorney for property transactions — is it safe?
A seller wants to sell through Power of Attorney (POA) because he lives abroad. My lawyer says it's risky. How common is this practice and…
RAJUK building approval — how long does it take?
I'm planning to build a house on my land in Uttara. How long does RAJUK building plan approval typically take? I've heard horror stories about…