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To purchase a home, you typically need to make a minimum down payment of 10%, while the remaining amount can be financed through a home loan from a bank or housing finance company.
Types of Banks Offering Home Loans
Home loans are offered by:
Public Sector Banks (e.g., SBI, Bank of Baroda)
Private Sector Banks (e.g., HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank)
Housing Finance Companies (HFCs) (e.g., HDFC Ltd, LIC Housing, PNB Housing)
Each of these institutions has different products, eligibility criteria, interest rates, and service experiences. Understanding these differences helps you make the right borrowing decision.
The Home Loan Process
To ensure a smooth home loan journey, we break it down into three major stages:
1. Assessing Your Financial Health
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Consistent Income: Banks prefer applicants with at least two years of stable income, clearly reflected in bank statements.
Tax Returns: Always file Income Tax Returns바카라”even NIL filings help establish financial discipline.
Loan Eligibility: Most banks cap your loan eligibility at 50% to 75% of your net monthly income.
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2. Choosing the Right Property
Your dream home should also be legally and financially sound. Here바카라™s what to check:
RERA Approval: For under-construction projects, ensure the project is RERA registered.
Plot Documentation: For plots, verify Khata (Karnataka), 7/12 extract (Maharashtra), or Patta (Tamil Nadu).
Resale Property: Ensure Occupancy Certificate (OC) and sale history are clear.
Avoid Risk Zones: Steer clear of encroached lands, flood-prone areas, or properties near drains and riverbeds.
Legal Scrutiny: Get a legal opinion on family tree issues, death certificates, succession, etc.
Bank Clearance ≠Legal Clearance: Banks do basic due diligence; final responsibility lies with you.
Hire a Lawyer: Always get a legal verification report before investing your hard-earned money.
3. Choosing the Right Bank & the Right Product
Choosing a bank isn바카라™t only about who offers the lowest interest rate:
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Product Design Matters: Choose between standard term loans and overdraft-linked products based on your cash flow.
Processing Fees & Charges: Be aware of:
Processing Fees
Legal & Valuation Charges
Mortgage Registration (MODT)
Document Handling Fees
Notice of Intimation (NOI) Charges
Prepayment & Foreclosure Terms: Understand if part-payment or foreclosure is allowed without penalty.
Sanction Letter Review: Carefully check conditions and amounts before disbursal.
Proximity & Service: Selecting a bank branch close to your home or property ensures better coordination.
Use Licensed Agents: Agents aligned with banks offer free, doorstep, and personalized service. They are compensated by the banks, not you.
About the Author
Gaurav Pancharia is the founder of Bank Seva Kendra, and an award-winning entrepreneur recognized for highest business sourcing by Bank of Baroda바카라”topping across Central Region, Zone, and PAN India categories바카라”and by Axis Bank.
He is an alumnus of the London School of Economics and IIM Bangalore, dedicated to financial inclusion through tech-led solutions and customer-first processes in India바카라™s mortgage ecosystem.
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