1. If builder is cash strapped then what is the assurance that he will complete the other project as well in which he has offered u an under construction flat in lieu of the flat u desired to purchase?
2. Also the property rate for the other project may be lower than the rate for the project in which u intended to buy the flat
3. Have u checked the stage of construction of another project?
4. How much construction is complete and within how much time it is expected to be completed?
5. If u file a complaint with Rera tribunal for refund of money with interest, do u think the builder will be able to refund it considering he is cash strapped?
6. Even the tribunal may ask u to consider the builder’s offer to take flat in his other project - offcourse u can always refuse and insist for refund - but if builder does not have anything to repay then what can be the way out? There will be a deadlock
7. Since your purpose for purchase is not end use and it is for investment, i would advise you to consider the other project provided its nearing completion and the rate is at par with the rate of flats in the project in which u intended to buy ur flat
8. If above is not feasible, then rera tribunal may order attachment of the builder's assets and have them sold by public auction and pay u the refund with interest