In Bengaluru’s red-hot property market, where panic outpaces planning, a viral Reddit post has thrown a bucket of cold water on the frenzy. As rents soar and brokers fan the flames with talk of “last few units,” one resident’s story is urging young buyers to step back and rethink.

The user, after six years of choosing the freedom of renting, admitted to buckling under peer pressure and FOMO. Tempted by friends flaunting new homes and aggressive sales pitches, they booked a ₹1.2 crore apartment in East Bengaluru — only to uncover troubling issues soon after.

Legal red flags surfaced, the builder’s reputation appeared shaky, and shockingly, the same flat was offered to a friend later for ₹10 lakh less. What followed was a nightmare of endless calls and stress just to recover the booking amount.

Their message was sharp: the city’s real estate prices are already overblown. They urged others to resist the hype, warning that glossy ads hide deeper cracks like project delays, hidden discounts, and fragile demand.

Many online related to the post, sharing their own horror stories — from battling builder tricks to facing mental health struggles over uncertain investments. A few seasoned voices pointed out that in volatile times, preserving liquidity is smarter than rushing into a long-term financial trap.

The post closed with a simple reminder: patience is power.