It’s not always about what you buy — but what mistakes you avoid.
Gurgaon real estate is buzzing. From ₹190 crore penthouses at Camellias to ₹98 crore wine shop licences, the city makes headlines almost every year. In my 16+ years of experience, I’ve noticed one thing very clearly:
Success in real estate is not just about what you buy — it’s about the mistakes you avoid.
Here are the 5 most common traps I see investors falling into:
❌ Mistake 1: Rushing into bookings without checking the builder’s track record.
A glossy brochure doesn’t mean a solid balance sheet. Gurgaon has seen projects delayed for years and malls that sit empty after possession. Always ask: Has the builder delivered before, and how are those projects performing today?
❌ Mistake 2: Believing in the 30% Flip Myth.
The story goes: “Pay 30% today, flip in 2 years, pocket the profit.”
But reality bites — demand slows, resale restrictions apply, EMIs eat margins. This is true for both residential and commercial units.
❌ Mistake 3: Ignoring hidden costs.
In residential: Extra charges PLC, GST, and post-possession maintenance.
In commercial: CAM (Common Area Maintenance), fit-out costs, GST, and TDS on rent.
That “₹1 crore shop” often ends up costing far more once these add-ons are included — shrinking your ROI.
❌ Mistake 4: Over-leveraging loans without repayment planning.
For homes, EMI stress impacts your lifestyle.
For commercial, you may expect rentals to cover EMIs — but what if your shop/office stays vacant for 9–12 months?
Average rental yields in Gurgaon are 5–7%, while loan interest is 8–9%. That gap matters.
❌ Mistake 5: Chasing hot launches instead of aligning with personal goals
Your neighbour buys on SPR, you rush there. Your friend says retail is booming, you chase a shop in Dwarka Expressway.
But the truth is:
Residential = safer for end-users and long-term holding.
Commercial = better cash flow, but only if you can manage vacancy risks and upfront costs.
Real estate isn’t copy-paste. It’s about fit.
The Real Truth : Gurgaon is full of opportunities. But wealth here isn’t built by following the crowd — it’s built by:
✔ Careful planning
✔ Cash-flow discipline
✔ Choosing the right product for the right person
Everyone → Don’t just chase hype. Build your own roadmap.
❓ Your Turn: If you had ₹2–3 crore today, where would you put it in Gurgaon?
A home for end-use
A plot for long-term appreciation
A shop for rental income
An office for steady corporate leasing
And more importantly — why?
Let’s connect. I’ll share an experienced, ground-level analysis to help you decide the smartest move.