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Got Cheated While Buying Land: How to Get Back Money?

Ramalingam Kalirajan |6300 Answers |Ask -Follow

Mutual Funds, Financial Planning Expert - Answered on Sep 05, 2024

Ramalingam Kalirajan has over 23 years of experience in mutual funds and financial planning.
He has an MBA in finance from the University of Madras and is a certified financial planner.
He is the director and chief financial planner at Holistic Investment, a Chennai-based firm that offers financial planning and wealth management advice.... more

Asked by Anonymous - Sep 05, 2024Hindi

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Sir My husband had purchased a land measuring 3600 sq ft approx. for an amount of Rs 16.00 lakhs with an assurance that it will be developed into a gated community. However, 5 years since no developmental work has started yet. Further the land was also not registered. Now when we are pressing the broker to return the principal amount at least he has stopped taking calls. What can we do now Sir or what are the legal procedures we can follow to get back the paid amount with appreciation ? Hope to get an answer soon. Thanking you in anticipation

Ans: I'm sorry to hear about this situation. Here’s what you can do to address it:

Send a Legal Notice: Consult a lawyer and send a formal legal notice to the broker, asking for a refund of the amount paid. Clearly state that no development has occurred and that the land wasn’t registered in your name.

File a Police Complaint: If the broker continues to be unresponsive, file a police complaint for fraud and cheating under Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

Consumer Court: You can approach the Consumer Court if you have evidence (receipts, agreements) showing the transaction and non-delivery of services. The Consumer Protection Act provides recourse for cases of deficiency in service.

RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority): If the project is registered with RERA, file a complaint with the authority for recovery of the amount along with interest for non-fulfillment of the agreement.

Civil Suit: You can file a civil suit for recovery of the amount along with compensation for mental agony and financial loss.

Best to act quickly to avoid further delays.

Hope this helps.

Best Regards,

K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,

Chief Financial Planner,

www.holisticinvestment.in

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1. Legal Action: You can consider taking legal action against the mediator to recover your money. This may involve filing a civil lawsuit for breach of contract or fraud. Consult with a lawyer who specializes in property disputes to understand your legal rights and options.
2. Mediation or Arbitration: Before pursuing litigation, you may want to explore options for mediation or arbitration. This involves a neutral third party helping you and the mediator reach a resolution outside of court. It can be a faster and more cost-effective way to resolve disputes.
3. Demand Letter: Sending a formal demand letter to the mediator may prompt them to take action to resolve the issue. The letter should outline the details of the agreement, the amount owed, and a deadline for payment. Keep a copy of the letter for your records.
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