By Sheetal Kumari | March 3, 2025

MC Markets | November 17

10 Things to Know Before Taking a Home Loan

A higher credit score can help you get a lower interest rate.

Check Your Credit Score

(Image: Canva)

Compare rates across banks and housing finance companies.

Compare Interest Rates

(Image: Canva)

A longer tenure reduces EMI but increases total interest. A shorter tenure saves interest but raises monthly outgo.

Understand EMI and Tenure

(Image: Canva)

Check processing fees, legal charges, insurance and prepayment terms.

Know the Total Cost

(Image: Canva)

Lenders calculate eligibility based on income, age and existing loans

Assess Your Eligibility

(Image: Canva)

Home purchase, construction, plot plus construction, and home improvement loans have different rules and limits. 

Choose the Right Loan Type

(Image: Canva)

Home purchase, construction, plot plus construction, and home improvement loans have different rules and limits. 

Choose the Right Loan Type

(Image: Canva)

Banks usually fund up to 75–90% of the property value. You must arrange the remaining amount as a down payment.

Keep Down Payment Ready

(Image: Canva)

Carefully check clauses on penalties, prepayment, reset clause (for floating rate loans) and foreclosure rules.

Read the Fine Print

(Image: Canva)

Ensure the property has all approvals.

Check Property Clearances

(Image: Canva)

Missing EMIs affects your credit score and leads to penalties.  

Maintain EMI Discipline

(Image: Canva)

Moneycontrol advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.

(Image: Canva)

Next: What All Elon Musk Can Buy for $1 Trillion
Thanks For Reading !
Find out More