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The right product for the right need in India

โœ” Picking the wrong product can cost you 10%โ€“40% more over the life of the loan.

๐Ÿ’ก Most Indian lenders expect your EMI-to-income ratio below 40%โ€“50% of net monthly income.

Unsecured personal loan

The most common product, offered by SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank. Higher rates than secured loans but no collateral required.

Revolving line of credit

Flexible for unexpected expenses. Warning: never pay only the minimum โ€” the interest compounds fast.

Traditional credit card

Offered by most banks (SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank). Ideal for building a credit history when used responsibly.

Secured / deposit card

For profiles with no history or prior rejection. Your deposit becomes your credit limit.

Secured loan (auto, home)

Lower rates in exchange for collateral. Risk: you lose the asset if you default.

Debt consolidation

Bundles several expensive debts into one payment. Verify the blended APR actually drops.

โš ๏ธ Stay away from unregulated loan apps not listed on the RBI's registered NBFC list โ€” they are often predatory.
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