Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay is among the best known cities in the world. Since the economic liberalization of India, Mumbai became one of the fastest growing cities. It is place where people go in search of financial success. Since the number of affluent people in Mumbai has increased, it is quite natural that there will be boom in the field of real estate. People now have more money to spend and they look for good residential properties. Since a house is ultra expensive in this city, most people go for flat/apartment.

Types of flat

There mainly three categories of flats, denoted by BHK (bedroom, dining/living and kitchen).

3 BHK- these are the most expensive flats. There are 3 bedrooms with spacious living/dining rooms and kitchen. Some of these flats have two entrances, one being for the maid or domestic help. The area ranges between 900-1300sq.

2 BHK- The flats in this category have one master bedroom and another smaller one. Generally there are separate toilet and bathroom. The area range starts from 800 sq. ft. the price is also lower than 3 BHK flats.

1 BHK- These are flats with one bedroom. The size of living room/ dining room, kitchen is also on the smaller side. Normally the area ranges from 400 to 700 sq. ft.

Factors to consider-

Apart from knowing the specifications of the property, a potential buyer needs to consider some other important factors as well. This will help him to make a good purchase and get value for money.

Proper research:

Thorough research before buying a property is essential. It helps to ensure that the buyer gets what he wants and not something else. To first step of purchasing a flat in the city of Mumbai is deciding the areas in which you may leave. This will narrow down the search and it will be easy to carry out. After earmarking the areas, they should decide on the kind of flat they want, what features are they looking for and the cost involved. He should go to places where he will useful information that will help him in his quest.

Price:

Stick within your budget. Decide the price range of the flat and then start your search.

Condition o the flat:

The age and condition of a flat is very important. The older a flat is the more repair, renovations it will require. You should not buy a flat that requires a lot of repairing, even if the cost is low.

Available Amenities:

You would not want to live a flat that has no facilities/ amenities nearby as it will make your life difficult. The amenities people generally look for are hospitals, schools/colleges, market, transportation etc. before you buy a flat in an area, make sure these facilities are nearby.

Security conditions:

We want our homes to be secure. Therefore never forget to check the Security factor. How is this the area in which the flat is situated. What are the security measure of the building in which the flat is located.

After a hectic day of work, if there is any place that you can call your own that is your home. A proper interior is always needed for better living. But it is not always simple to design the home. According to vastu it is tough to design the interior. It needs expert suggestions and calculation to place the design or the indoor elements correctly in a home.

The basic vastu designs are noticeable or suggested are:

• The main entrance door must be facing north east direction. The main door should be composed of good quality wood. Door must be thicker than other doors of the house. Some interesting design can be done on the door in the front side so that it looks very attractive and enhance the beauty of the house. Attractive color can be added on the door or it can be polished simply polished to enhance the veins of the wood. The natural beauty is unbeatable.

• Nowadays designer shoe racks are available that looks beautiful inside home. It is totally covered and does not allow the dirt to come out and spoil the beauty. The shoe rack must be facing south west according to the vastu. It must not be kept inside the bed room.

• Designer almirah has taken the market throughout. Wooden almirah had a craze always. Steel almirah with interesting colors is also a style statement. Nowadays lighter materials are used for almirah. These elements give the opportunity to make the almirah of different shapes, sometimes the desired one. Light in weight. Easy to use. More spacious and stylish. It can be customized according to the space in your house. But it is better to keep the almirah at the south east corner of the room.

• Beds are the most important element in the bed room. It is said that beautiful bed means beautiful bedroom. Designer beds are available nowadays. Colorful multipurpose beds like folding or with drawers that is not only for good looking but also useful too. The bed must be kept towards south east side but should not be kept in the corner. It is said that south east zone leads to better sleep and health.

• Couches and sofas always increase the appearance of the drawing room. It is not only for the look but also for comfortable and style statement. Designs and colors are really attractive that gives a good contrast for the eyes. Couch must be placed in south or west.

• The dining room must in the east, west or south portion according to the vastu. Pink or orange shade of wall colors may increase the appetite. It is good if the dining room is considered as a extension or continuation of the kitchen.

• Mirrors must be kept or hung in the north and east walls. No mirror should be placed in the study rooms and in the opposite of the bed in the bed rooms.

• White, dark green and light blue colors are very good for the walls. It helps in psychological positive energy.