A self-use buyer and a rental-focused buyer may prefer different units. For self-use, prioritise commute, room function, privacy, daylight, accessibility, maintenance and the household’s likely changes. Emotional comfort matters, but it should sit alongside documentation and cost.

For rental evaluation

Research achieved or realistic rents for comparable homes in the same micro-market. Calculate net yield after vacancy, owner-paid maintenance, repairs, brokerage, furnishing and the full acquisition cost. Consider tenant demand drivers, competing supply and ease of managing the unit.

For either goal

Review the exact project phase, RERA record, agreement, total cost and financing. Avoid promised rental returns or appreciation unless they are part of an enforceable arrangement reviewed by a professional—and still assess counterparty risk.

Write down one primary goal and a fallback. If the property does not work under both current facts and a conservative scenario, reconsider the budget or unit.