{"id":3512,"date":"2025-05-13T05:28:12","date_gmt":"2025-05-13T05:28:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.urbanrise.in\/?p=3512"},"modified":"2025-06-13T09:57:20","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T09:57:20","slug":"ready-to-move-vs-under-construction-apartments-which-one-should-you-choose","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.urbanrise.in\/wp_version\/ready-to-move-vs-under-construction-apartments-which-one-should-you-choose\/","title":{"rendered":"Ready-to-Move vs. Under-Construction Apartments: Which One Should You Choose?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"zw-paragraph\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-doc-id=\"5107244000000653009\" data-doc-type=\"writer\">One of the first decisions homebuyers often face is whether to purchase a ready-to-move (RTM) apartment or an under-construction (UC) property. Both options come with unique benefits and challenges. The final choice usually depends on budget, timeline, and investment goals.<\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Here\u2019s a simple and clear comparison of both options based on important factors:<\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading3\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"3\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"14.04pt\" data-margin-top=\"14.04pt\" data-hd-info=\"3\">Comparison: Ready-to-Move vs. Under-Construction Apartments<span data-range-char-type=\"start\" data-bookmark-info=\"{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;_Toc58oqs78m9v4m&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;toc_kp0r5t26avy1&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bookmark&quot;,&quot;render_type&quot;:&quot;inline&quot;,&quot;geo_transformation&quot;:{&quot;translation&quot;:{&quot;x&quot;:false,&quot;y&quot;:false},&quot;scaling&quot;:{&quot;x&quot;:false,&quot;y&quot;:false},&quot;rotation&quot;:false}}\" data-bookmark-id=\"toc_kp0r5t26avy1\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-range-char-type=\"end\" data-bookmark-info=\"{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;_Toc58oqs78m9v4m&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;toc_kp0r5t26avy1&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bookmark&quot;}\" data-bookmark-id=\"toc_kp0r5t26avy1\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table class=\"zw-table\" data-theme=\"{&quot;themeName&quot;:&quot;theme1&quot;,&quot;themeObj&quot;:{&quot;tblPr&quot;:{&quot;cell&quot;:{&quot;borders&quot;:{&quot;border-top&quot;:{&quot;color&quot;:&quot;rgb(0,0,0)&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;1px&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;solid&quot;},&quot;border-right&quot;:{&quot;color&quot;:&quot;rgb(0,0,0)&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;1px&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;solid&quot;},&quot;border-left&quot;:{&quot;color&quot;:&quot;rgb(0,0,0)&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;1px&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;solid&quot;},&quot;border-bottom&quot;:{&quot;color&quot;:&quot;rgb(0,0,0)&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;1px&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;solid&quot;}}}}}}\" data-cols=\"[{&quot;wt&quot;:&quot;1.198in&quot;},{&quot;wt&quot;:&quot;2.177in&quot;},{&quot;wt&quot;:&quot;3.052in&quot;}]\" data-width=\"6.43in\" data-table-name=\"Table_2\">\n<tbody>\n<tr data-row-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;rw-eah9tppeui0x&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;row&quot;}\">\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<h3 class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Point of Consideration<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<h3 class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Ready-to-Move Apartment<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<h3 class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Under-Construction Apartment<\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-row-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;rw-mtsv1mudoeab&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;row&quot;}\">\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<h4 class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Occupancy timeline<\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Immediate possession is possible, helping to avoid paying both rent and home loan EMI at the same time.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">A waiting period of 1-3 years is common, depending on the stage of construction. Some leading developers offer Pre-EMI schemes during this period, where, after the initial down payment, the homebuyer does not need to worry about the Pre-EMI until project completion, as it is borne by the developer.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-row-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;rw-tcvquy9j5qnm&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;row&quot;}\">\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<h4 class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Customisation options<\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Customisation is minimal, as the interiors and layout are already completed by the builder.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Offers flexibility for\u00a0\u00a0customer specific changes such as additional electrical points, selection of tiles, or installing sliding doors in balconies before completion.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-row-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;rw-7m3n4c09wxri&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;row&quot;}\">\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<h4 class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Risk factors<\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Low risk since buyers can inspect the finished apartment and review legal documents before making a purchase.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">There are certain risks assciated, like possible construction delays, design changes, or project cancellations. Choosing a builder with a good track record and a RERA-registered project helps reduce this risk.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-row-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;rw-jdbob1alp99b&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;row&quot;}\">\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<h4 class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Price<\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Generally priced higher due to immediate possession and ready amenities.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">More affordable compared to ready-to-move apartments in the same location, with the potential for price appreciation as the project progresses.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-row-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;rw-6itd7i83e7qg&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;row&quot;}\">\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<h4 class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Tax benefits<\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Eligible for immediate tax benefits on both principal and interest repayments after taking possession.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Tax benefits on loan repayments can only be claimed after possession, though pre-EMI interest can be claimed later in installments.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-row-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;rw-tpjmj847bj6t&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;row&quot;}\">\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<h4 class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Rental income potential<\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Can be rented out immediately, generating quick returns through rental income.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">No rental income is possible until the property is completed and ready for occupation.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-row-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;rw-g13kenyrbzt0&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;row&quot;}\">\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<h4 class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Legal documentation<\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Legal paperwork is usually complete, with necessary occupancy or completion certificates available.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Projects in the early stages may have pending approvals. Ensuring RERA registration is key to reducing legal uncertainties.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-row-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;rw-45puzp4w8van&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;row&quot;}\">\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<h4 class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Market value trends<\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Prices are more stable as the property is ready and the current market value is clear.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"zw-td\" data-cell-height=\"auto\">\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">Due to the increasing price trend of properties, there is good potential for price appreciation as the project nears completion.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading3\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"3\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"14.04pt\" data-margin-top=\"14.04pt\" data-hd-info=\"3\">Conclusion<span data-range-char-type=\"start\" data-bookmark-info=\"{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;_Tochdmkj7pzugmp&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;toc_0tehjlv1111z&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bookmark&quot;,&quot;render_type&quot;:&quot;inline&quot;,&quot;geo_transformation&quot;:{&quot;translation&quot;:{&quot;x&quot;:false,&quot;y&quot;:false},&quot;scaling&quot;:{&quot;x&quot;:false,&quot;y&quot;:false},&quot;rotation&quot;:false}}\" data-bookmark-id=\"toc_0tehjlv1111z\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-range-char-type=\"end\" data-bookmark-info=\"{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;_Tochdmkj7pzugmp&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;toc_0tehjlv1111z&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bookmark&quot;}\" data-bookmark-id=\"toc_0tehjlv1111z\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">The choice between a ready-to-move and an under-construction apartment depends on the buyer\u2019s financial situation and priorities. A ready-to-move apartment is ideal for those seeking immediate possession with lower risk, while an under-construction property may suit those looking for affordability, customization options, and potential capital appreciation over time.<\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" data-margin-top=\"12pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\">In all cases, it is essential to perform due diligence on the builder\u2019s reputation, project approvals, and legal documentation before making a purchase. Choosing an established, RERA-registered builder with a good market reputation and goodwill ensures the safety of the investment and also timely project completion and handover. Enquiring and conducting the required due diligence, along with a project site visit\u2014be it for a ready-to-occupy property or an under-construction one\u2014will provide a fair picture of the project and help make an informed decision.<\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph\" data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.5\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;ff&quot;:&quot;Roboto&quot;,&quot;fv&quot;:&quot;normal&quot;,&quot;td&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;cs&quot;:&quot;0pt&quot;,&quot;fw&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12&quot;,&quot;va&quot;:&quot;baseline&quot;,&quot;fw_i&quot;:400,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;,&quot;fs&quot;:&quot;normal&quot;,&quot;bgc&quot;:&quot;rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\"><span class=\"EOP\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the first decisions homebuyers often face is whether to purchase a ready-to-move (RTM) apartment or an under-construction (UC) property. 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