What is a sale deed?
A Sale Deed is the final legal document that officially transfers the ownership of a property from the seller to the buyer.
In Nagpur (and throughout India), it must be registered with the local Sub-Registrar Office under the Registration Act, 1908 for it to be legally valid.
Key Features of a Sale Deed
- Proof of Ownership Transfer – Once executed and registered, it serves as the ultimate evidence that the buyer is now the legal owner.
- Includes Property Details – Exact location, boundaries, survey number, built-up area, and other identifying details.
- States the Sale Consideration – The agreed purchase price and confirmation of payment.
- Rights & Liabilities – Confirms that the property is free from legal disputes, loans, or encumbrances.
- Execution & Registration – Signed by both parties in the presence of witnesses and registered at the Sub-Registrar’s office.
Why It’s Important
- Without a registered sale deed, ownership is not legally transferred.
- It is required for mutation of property records, resale, and applying for home loans.
- It protects the buyer’s ownership rights against any future claims.
📌 Example: If you buy a plot in Nagpur, the Agreement to Sell states the terms of the deal, but only the registered Sale Deed makes you the legal owner in government records.
