Question 1

What is an EMI?

Accepted Answer

EMI (stands for Equated Monthly Instalment) is the amount payable to the lending institution every month, till the loan is paid back in full. It consists of a portion of the interest as well as the principal.

Question 2

What is the range of interest rates offered?

Accepted Answer

The home loan interest rate varies from banks to banks and normally ranges from 12.5% to 16%.

Question 3

What are the eligibility conditions for a home loan?

Accepted Answer

To qualify for a home loan , you must be: 1. An Indian resident or NRI, 2. Above 21 years of age at the commencement of the loan, 3. Below 65 when the loan matures, 4. Either salaried or self employed

Question 4

How is the interest rates calculated on my loan?

Accepted Answer

Most banks follow the yearly reducing-balance method, which accounts for your principal repayments only at the end of their financial year. As a result, you pay interest on the principal that you have already returned to the bank. The effective interest rate is therefore higher than the quoted interest rate by around 0.7%. Some banks may also follow the daily or monthly reducing-balance method, which results in a lower interest burden.

Question 5

Who can be a co-applicant?

Accepted Answer

A co-applicant is/are the co-owners of the property which is being offered as collateral/security to the loan. However all co-applicants need not be co-owners. Co-applicants to the loan are generally husband/wife, father/son, etc.

Question 6

What are the bases of interest rates calculation?

Accepted Answer

The interest on Home Loans is usually calculated on Monthly Reducing or Yearly Reducing balance. In Monthly Reducing Balance, the principle on which you pay interest reduces every month as you pay your EMI. However in Yearly Reducing Balance, the principal is reduced at the end of the year, therefore you continue to pay interest on a certain part of the principal which you have actually paid back to the bank, which basically means the EMI for the Monthly Reducing system is effectively lesser than the Yearly Reducing system of calculating the interest.

Question 7

What are the interest rates offered for home loans? What are daily reducing, monthly reducing and yearly reducing balance?

Accepted Answer

Interest rate varies according to the market conditions and interest rates are dynamic in nature. The interest on home loans in India is usually calculated either on monthly reducing or yearly reducing balance. In some cases, daily reducing basis is also adopted. 1. Annual Reducing: In this system, the principal, for which you pay interest, reduces at the end of the year. Thus you continue to pay interest on a certain portion of the principal which you have actually paid back to the lender. This means EMI for the monthly reducing system is effectively less than the annual reducing system. 2. Monthly Reducing: In this system, the principal, for which you pay interest, reduces every month as you pay your EMI. 3. Daily Reducing: In this system, the principal, for which you pay interest, reduces from the day you pay your EMI. EMI in the daily reducing system is less than the monthly reducing system

Question 8

What is the Fixed Rate of Interest?

Accepted Answer

Fixed Rate of Interest means that the interest rates remain FIXED for the entire duration the loan. This basically means that you do not benefit, even if the rates of interest drop in the market.

Question 9

What is a floating rate of interest?

Accepted Answer

In this case, the rate of interest fluctuates based on the market lending rate. This means you stand the risk of paying more than you budgeted for in case the lending rate goes up

Question 10

What are the repayment period options?

Accepted Answer

The maximum period over which one can pay the loan varies for every bank, and is also different for every scheme. Also your residential status makes a difference. If you are a resident Indian, you could avail of a loan for duration of 5-20 years. Few banks offer a 20-year repayment period, generally at a higher interest rate. As a Non-Resident Indian, you can only avail of a loan for a maximum period of 7 years.

Question 11

What is Pre-EMI Interest?

Accepted Answer

Prior to full and final disbursement and commencement of EMI, you pay pre-emi interest on the portion of the loan disbursed to you. Pre-EMI interest is payable every month from the date of each disbursement up to the date of commencement of the EMI.

Question 12

Can I repay my loan ahead of schedule?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can pay your loan ahead of schedule, if you want to. However, it must be noted that banks charge a fee for early redemption of loan. This fee can vary between 1-2% of the loan amount being prepaid. Quick Form for Personal Loan in Delhi NCR.

Question 13

What are the other costs that usually accompany a home loan?

Accepted Answer

Home loans are usually accompanied by the following costs: 1. Pre-payment Penalties: If the Housing loan is under Variable/Floating Rate loan and the loan is repaid through any source, no prepayment charges shall apply If the Housing loan is under fixed rate, the prepayment charges shall apply except in the cases in which the customer is paying out of his ‘Own Sources’. The expression ‘own sources’ indicates that the proceeds of the prepayment should be from ‘any source other than from a bank/HFC/NBFC and/ or a financial institution’. 2. All other Loans would continue to attract prepayment penalty upon pre-closure, as per the terms and conditions of the loan agreement which is duly signed and executed by the customer. Quick Form for Personal Loan in Delhi NCR.

Question 14

What are the fees and charges payable and when are they payable?

Accepted Answer

Banks charge fees at the time of application (processing fee) and at the time of loan sanction (administrative fees). The processing fee is either a fixed amount not linked to the loan or it may be a percentage of the loan amount. The loan amount received by you can be less than the processing fee. And as for the administrative fee, 1% of the loan amount sanctioned will have to be paid. Both the processing fees and administration fees are payable upfront.

Home Loans may also be accompanied by the following extra costs:

Interest Tax: is the tax payable on the interest paid on a home loan and not the principal. This tax is sometimes included in the interest rate of the loan, or may be charged separately as interest tax.
Commitment Fees: Some banks levy a commitment fee in case the loan is not availed of within a stipulated period of time after it is processed and sanctioned.
Miscellaneous costs: It is somewhat possible that some banks may levy a documentation or consultant charges.

Question 15

When can I apply for a Home Loan?

Accepted Answer

You can for apply for Home Loan at anytime.You may apply for it after you have decided to acquire/construct a property, and even in case, the property has not been selected or the construction has not commenced, you can still apply. What's more, you can also avail for Home Loan facility if you want to renovate or expand your home.

Question 16

How do I make an application?

Accepted Answer

You need to submit the application form along with the necessary documents. The bank, after going through your application will review it, ask questions wherever necessary and will also informally tell you the loan amount you are eligible for and the terms and conditions of the same and put across its decision to you. You are as always, advised to shop around for more than one bank so as to get better terms/larger loan amount/lowest interest etc.

Question 17

How is my Home Loan eligibility determined?

Accepted Answer

Home Loan eligibility is determined by your repayment capacity, taking into consideration, factors such as: Your: 1. Income, 2. Qualifications, 3. Age, 4. Spouse's income, 5. No. of dependants, 6. Stability and continuity of occupation, 7. Assets/Liabilities. 8. Savings history. The most important concern of banks in determining your loan eligibility is that whether or not you are contentedly able to pay off the amount you borrow.

Question 18

What are the types of home loans available?

Accepted Answer

These are a range of Home Loans available: Home Purchase Loans: for the purchase of a new home. Home Improvement Loans: for implementing repair works/renovations in a home that you have already purchased. 1. Home Construction Loans : for the construction of a new home. 2. Home Extension Loans: for expanding/extending an existing home. Land Purchase Loans: for purchase of land for home construction/investment purposes. 3. Home Conversion Loans: for those who have financed the present home with a home loan and wishes to purchase/move to another home for which some extra finances are required. In Home Conversion Loan, the existing loan is transferred to the new home including the extra amount required, eliminating the need for pre-payment of the previous loan., 4. Balance Transfer Loans: helps you to pay-off an existing home loan and avail the option of a loan with a lower rate of interest. 5. Bridge Loans: for people who wish to sell the existing home and purchase another. This loan helps you finance the new home, until you find a buyer for your old home. 6. Refinance Loans: helps you pay off the debt you have incurred from private sources like relatives/friends, for the purchase of your present home. 7. Stamp Duty Loans: is sanctioned to pay the stamp duty amount that needs to be paid on the purchase of property. 8. Loans to NRIs: to build/buy a home in India. EMI is payable till the loan is paid back in full. It consists of a portion of the interest as well as the principal. 9. Some of the incentives offered by banks are : Loan sanction without requiring you to identify property as a prerequisite for eligibility. Free accident/property insurance. Waiving of pre-payment penalty/processing fee.

Question 19

How long does it take to get my application processed and the loan sanctioned?

Accepted Answer

It takes around two weeks for processing of one's application if all the necessary documents are in order and takes another week for the bank to inspect the property papers and make the disbursement.

Question 20

In how many installments can the loan be disbursed?

Accepted Answer

The loan can be disbursed in full or in suitable installments (normally not exceeding 3 months) taking into account the requirement of funds and progress of construction, as assessed by the bank. Quick Form for Personal Loan in Delhi NCR

Question 21

Do I get a tax benefit on Home Loan?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you are eligible for tax benefits on the principal and interest components of the loan under the Income Tax Act, 1961. However as the benefits could vary each year, do check out the current benefits available.

Question 22

Does the agreement for sale have to be registered?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and you are advised to do so too as the Agreement for Sale between the builder and the purchaser is required by law to be registered. You can register at the office of the Sub-registrar appointed by the State Government under the Indian Registration Act, 1908.

I have applied for a loan of Rs.35 lakh along with my brother who is the Co-owner and co-borrower for the purchase of a new constructed house. I am paying the EMIs from my bank account.

Question 23

What is the maximum amount I can borrow?

Accepted Answer

The maximum amount that you can borrow depends on factors such as: The purpose of the loan. Whether it is for purchase of property or improvement or renovation. Or purchase of land for development etc. Besides, your residential status (whether resident Indian or Non-Resident Indian) will also be significant on the maximum quantum of loan that you can borrow. Typically Home Loans are provided for in the range of 75%-85% of the cost of the property, including cost of land.

Question 24

What security/collateral do I have to provide?

Accepted Answer

Banks usually take some additional securities which are called collateral securities. Collateral could be in the form of guarantee from one or two persons, assignment of life insurance policies, the surrender value of which should be equal to the loan amount, deposit of shares, and units or other securities. These additional securities are taken just incase a loan is not paid back; recourse may be taken to such securities instead of depending upon the mortgage of the property which is the last resort.

Question 25

Does the property have to be insured?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and you will have to insure that the property for fire and other appropriate hazards, as required by the banks during the loan tenure. The banks will be the beneficiary of the insurance policy . You will also have to produce proof/evidence, whenever required by the banks. This is an added cost that will add to the final cost of purchase of the property.

Question 26

Can I take a Home Loan for construction in one city while working in another city?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can take loan for construction in one city while working in another. The banks usually service this loan after getting details of the plot legally verified. Quick Form for Personal Loan in Delhi NCR.

Question 27

Can we both claim IT benefit under this situation and if so how?

Accepted Answer

You both can claim the deduction for the home loan repayments in the ratio of your respective shares in the laon.Tax deduction benefits will be available for each of you separately under section 24 (interest payable on the loan) limited to Rs.1.50 lakh for each of you if the property is self-occupied and under section 80C, limited to the extent of Rs.1 lakh for each of you (for the principal repaid) in the proportion of your share in the loan.

The deduction can be claimed by both if both are paying the EMI.in case only you are paying the EMI, you should recover your brother’s share from him, it is advisable to enter into an agreement or memorandum of understanding specifying the share in the loan and share in the property.

Currently my husband and me have a joint home loan for Rs.7.75 lakh. our EMI works out to be Rs.8000 per month. I’m looking for a second home loan under my name. Does Indian banking law allows a person to have two home loans under their name? Please advice.

Under the provision of the Income Tax Act as well under banking laws, there is no restriction as to how many properties you can take a housing loan for or on the number of properties a person can own. The loan on the second property will be available provided your income is sufficient to justify repayment of both loans. The tax treatment is also different where you own more than one property.

Question 28

Can a bank help me get 100% loan for the home? Or some option because I can't pay even 20% of the cost of the home.?

Accepted Answer

bank can finance only up to 80% of the property cost. The amount of loan will also depend on your annual income. if you are less than 40 years of age you should be eligible for around 4-4.5 times of your gross annual income as loan if you have no other loan to service for the margin money, you can use the balance from your saving or proceeds of the investment sold, In case arranging the funds for down payment is still difficult, you can look at withdrawing from your employee provident fund (if eligible) or look for friendly loan from your family member/friends.

Else,you can look for secured loan against tangible movable security such as jewelry, NSC, bonds, shares, units of mutual fund, or life insurance policy with high surrender value. As a last resort, you could look at an unsecured personal loan. Quick Form for Personal Loan in Delhi NCR.

Question 29

What is the process to resell a flat? I have bought an under-construction flat and have taken a home loan from a leading lender?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can sell the apartment, but you will need the lender’s consent. This consent letter will provide the amount, on payment of which the outstanding loan liability will stand discharged. This amount included the prepayment charge, if any, chargeable by your lender and should list the documents held by them.

This amount mentioned is calculated as on a future date, to enable time for you to arrange the payment from the buyer. After the payment of all dues, the lender will return your original documents and issue a loan closure letter. Please make sure you get the no-dues certificate to obviate any issues in the future. The buyer can make payment of the balance on receipt of the original documents from the bank. Since the flat is under construction you also require a NOC from the builder. Quick Form for Personal Loan in Delhi NCR.

Question 30

What are the documents required at the time of application?

Accepted Answer

Each bank has its own list of documents that one must submit at the time of application. The common documents that the banks require at the pre-approval stage are: 1. Passport size photograph, 2. Proof of Age, 3. Copy of Bank A/C statements for the last 6 months, 4. Copy of latest credit card statement, 5. Signature verification from your banker, 6. If you are self-employed you require : a. Your business track record, b. Copy of audited financial statements for the last 2 years, c. If you are salaried, you need : Salary and TDS certificate, Latest pay slip, Letter from employer, And at the disbursal stage (for property already located), you need to submit the following : Allotment letters, Photocopies of title deeds, Encumbrance certificate, Agreement to sell.

Particulars	Salaried	Self Employed & Professional
Age(Min-Max)	23 To 58 Years	25 To 65 Years
Minimum Income	Net Monthly Salary > 30000/- or More	Min. 2,50,000/ p.a
Co-applicant	If Require	If Require
Loan Tenure	30 Years	30 Years
Maximum Loan Amount	Max. 10 Crore	Max. 10 Crore
Employment/Business Continuity	1 Year Job Stability is Mandatory.	3 Year Business Continuity
CIBIL Score	Minimum 720	Minimum 650

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