Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about commercial real estate investment, leasing terms, and the Ukani Property platform.
Buying & Investing
A pre-leased commercial property is an asset that is already rented out to a tenant at the time of sale. As an investor, you start earning rental income from day one without having to find a tenant.
ROI is typically calculated as the annual rental income divided by the total purchase price, expressed as a percentage. Our platform automatically estimates this for you based on current data.
No, we believe in complete transparency. All brokerage fees, government taxes (like stamp duty and GST), and maintenance charges are discussed upfront before you make a commitment.
Leasing & Renting
A lock-in period is the minimum duration for which either party cannot terminate the lease agreement. In commercial real estate, this is typically between 1 to 3 years.
Generally, the tenant pays the society maintenance charges on top of the base rent, unless negotiated otherwise in the lease agreement.
Rent escalation is a clause in the lease agreement that dictates how much the rent will increase periodically. A standard escalation is 15% every 3 years or 5% annually.
Legal & Documentation
You will typically need your company's incorporation certificate, GST registration, PAN card, Aadhar card of the directors/partners, and recent bank statements.
It is a temporary agreement allowing the licensee (tenant) to use the property for a specific period without claiming ownership rights. It must be legally registered.