The city’s real estate boom has created a new group of buyers—investors who pay for properties before they launch. These buyers are drawn in by early discounts and big promises. Often, they pay the full price upfront to get heavily reduced rates before the project is officially open.
For example, a property that will sell for around ₹8,000 per sq. ft. might be offered at ₹5,000 during the pre-launch phase. But this deal usually requires full payment upfront. Many find the offer tempting, but it carries serious risks.
Some investors have made large profits. But most face a much darker reality. Projects get delayed for years or stall completely. Many investors are left uncertain and unable to get their money back. Emotional stress and financial losses follow.
Hyderabad has seen many new gated communities and luxury apartments. Still, many of these projects stay unfinished for years. One example is a high-end project near KBR Park that remains far from complete, even after years of promises. Early buyers are left frustrated and disappointed.
Even well-known builders can cause trouble. Once, a big developer sold land in a prime area over ten years ago. Later, buyers found the land was involved in legal issues. When they asked for refunds, they were offered plots in distant areas where little development is happening. What was meant to be a good investment turned into a long-term loss.
The situation is worsened by misplaced faith in builders’ track records. Having finished a few projects doesn’t mean the next one will succeed. This is especially true in Hyderabad’s tense and unpredictable market.
Buying a pre-launch property now feels more like gambling than a safe decision. As an old Telugu saying says: “If you get a seat on the plane, you should land safely, but luck still matters.” Just like flying doesn’t guarantee arriving safely, investing in pre-launch projects doesn’t promise quick or guaranteed returns.
The main point is clear. Doing proper research is crucial before investing in Hyderabad’s pre-launch homes. But even careful checks are no guarantee. Luck plays a big role in whether the project turns out well or not.