Latest Answer: Old owner who sold flat has not paid sinking fund is it compulsory that we new owner had to pay in his behalf. If yes doesnt it form part 9f sale consideration
Latest Answer: Hi Madhuparna,
As per my knowledge, The purpose of collecting Sinking Fund is to accumulate and keep sufficient funds with the society so that the property of the Society i.e. building can be reconstructed in future. The contribution to Sinking Fund is a statutory obligation.
Q:I am residing in an apartment in Hyderabad. Few days back I was asked to give some funds (Sinking Fund) to my respective Co-operative Housing Society. Someone let me know why they are collecting this kind of fund?
Latest Answer: Co-operative Housing Society collects the Sinking Fund for the development of the apartment. The fund amount is decided by the General Body of the society. They use this fund for reconstruction, repair, and structural addition to the apartment. This fund is collected for the benefit of the apartment members.