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Supreme Court orders full refund after mortgage fraud buried in property sale
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Published on 24 April 2026
A hidden mortgage meant the buyer’s deposit must be returned
In a 2025 decision, India’s Supreme Court backed a land buyer after a seller concealed an existing mortgage during the transaction. The court held that when property encumbrances are fraudulently hidden, the buyer is entitled to a full refund of the deposit. The ruling reinforces that prospective buyers must verify title and mortgage status before paying or registering.
- Supreme Court upheld a buyer’s claim after mortgage concealment
- Fraudulently hidden encumbrances trigger a full deposit refund
- Buyers must verify title and mortgage records before payment
- Due diligence can prevent major financial losses
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