u/AdhesivenessFair6734

Why do banks change home loan interest rates after initially promising a lower rate? Has this happened to anyone else?

While discussing a home loan many banks/NBFCs initially say things like You’ll get 7.9% or 8% interest But later after sanction or disbursement the rate suddenly changes the spread increases hidden reset clauses appear or they simply say policy has changed

I’ve noticed issues like

  • Repo rate goes down but the bank doesn’t reduce the customer’s interest rate
  • Floating rate loans suddenly become much more expensive
  • Existing customers continue paying higher ROI while new customers get lower rates
  • Some banks ask for conversion charges just to reduce the interest rate

I’ve also seen many borrowers complain about this online Some people even had to escalate the matter to the RBI Ombudsman to get their rates corrected

One Reddit user wrote

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Another said

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Has this happened to anyone here?

  • Which bank/NBFC was it?
  • Was it a fixed or floating rate loan?
  • Did your interest rate increase later?
  • Did the bank reduce your rate automatically after repo cuts?

Would love to hear real experiences before people commit to long term home loans

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u/AdhesivenessFair6734 — 20 hours ago

I Work in Home Loans – Ask Me Anything

Hi everyone

I work in the home loan sector and deal with multiple banks for loan processing. We also have a proper CRM system and payout structure for brokers/references

If anyone has questions regarding:

  • Home loans
  • Bank comparisons
  • Eligibility
  • Interest rates
  • Balance transfer
  • Loan processing

feel free to ask here I’ll try my best to answer based on my experience in this field

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u/AdhesivenessFair6734 — 4 days ago

A lot of people come to me and say they took a home loan from an NBFC at a higher interest rate mostly due to emergencies or documentation issues

At that time the decision made sense. But staying stuck with that same high rate doesn’t have to be the case anymore

In many situations now better interest rates are available. If your EMI feels heavy or you think you're paying a higher ROI than you should, it’s worth reviewing your loan once

A balance transfer or refinance can reduce your EMI significantly most people just don’t check their options

Not every loan will qualify for a switch but there’s no harm in checking Sometimes even a small change can make a noticeable difference in your monthly burden

Ask me anything share your situation I’ll help you understand your options

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u/AdhesivenessFair6734 — 10 days ago

Hi everyone

I’m currently working in the lending space and wanted to connect with people who are involved in home loans LAP or balance transfer cases

Trying to understand how others in this field are managing

  • Client sourcing
  • Bank coordination
  • Deal closures

In our setup we do have access to multiple lenders backend processing support and structured payout models (including upfront payouts in some cases) along with networks like MSME Bharat Manch just looking to connect exchange insights and possibly collaborate if it makes sense

If anyone here is in this space or knows someone who is would be great to hear from you please DM me

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u/AdhesivenessFair6734 — 10 days ago

I’m currently working in the lending space and wanted to connect with people who are involved in home loans LAPor balance transfer cases

Trying to understand how others in this field are managing

  • Client sourcing
  • Bank coordination
  • Deal closures

In our setup we do have access to multiple lenders, backend processing support, and structured payout models (including upfront in some cases), along with networks like MSME Bharat Manch

Not trying to promote anything here just looking to connect, exchange insights and possibly collaborate if it makes sense

Would be great to hear your experience or connect with like-minded people in this space

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u/AdhesivenessFair6734 — 10 days ago
▲ 5 r/personalfinanceindia+1 crossposts

A lot of people come to me and say they took a home loan from an NBFC at a higher interest rate mostly due to emergencies or documentation issues

At that time the decision made sense. But staying stuck with that same high rate doesn’t have to be the case anymore

In many situations now better interest rates are available. If your EMI feels heavy or you think you're paying a higher ROI than you should, it’s worth reviewing your loan once

A balance transfer or refinance can reduce your EMI significantly most people just don’t check their options

Not every loan will qualify for a switch but there’s no harm in checking Sometimes even a small change can make a noticeable difference in your monthly burden

Ask me anything share your situation I’ll help you understand your options

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u/AdhesivenessFair6734 — 12 days ago
▲ 3 r/KarnatakaRajya+1 crossposts

A lot of people come to me and say they took a home loan from an NBFC at a higher interest rate mostly due to emergencies or documentation issues

At that time the decision made sense. But staying stuck with that same high rate doesn’t have to be the case anymore

In many situations now better interest rates are available. If your EMI feels heavy or you think you're paying a higher ROI than you should, it’s worth reviewing your loan once

A balance transfer or refinance can reduce your EMI significantly most people just don’t check their options

Not every loan will qualify for a switch but there’s no harm in checking Sometimes even a small change can make a noticeable difference in your monthly burden

Ask me anything share your situation I’ll help you understand your options

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u/AdhesivenessFair6734 — 12 days ago
▲ 5 r/Aurangabad+1 crossposts

A lot of people come to me and say they took a home loan from an NBFC at a higher interest rate mostly due to emergencies or documentation issues

At that time the decision made sense. But staying stuck with that same high rate doesn’t have to be the case anymore

In many situations now better interest rates are available. If your EMI feels heavy or you think you're paying a higher ROI than you should, it’s worth reviewing your loan once

A balance transfer or refinance can reduce your EMI significantly most people just don’t check their options

Not every loan will qualify for a switch but there’s no harm in checking Sometimes even a small change can make a noticeable difference in your monthly burden

Ask me anything share your situation I’ll help you understand your options

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u/AdhesivenessFair6734 — 13 days ago
▲ 2 r/RupeeBossFinance+1 crossposts

Regular Home Finance vs OD-Linked Home Finance Which is Better?

Most people compare only interest rates, but the real decision depends on the repayment structure

Regular Home Finance
• Fixed monthly EMI
• Best for salaried profiles
• Simple and stable repayment planning

OD-Linked Home Finance
• Linked overdraft account structure
• Extra funds can help reduce interest burden
• Better for business owners, professionals, and self-employed applicants
• More flexibility in cash flow management

If income is stable regular structure usually works better
If income flow is flexible and surplus funds are available OD-linked structure can be more beneficial

Before finalizing, always check
• Processing charges
• Part-payment and foreclosure terms
• Project approval
• Eligibility structure
• Overall banking terms

The right structure matters more than just a lower ROI

For purchase resale balance transfer LAP or construction funding discussions feel free to connect

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u/AdhesivenessFair6734 — 17 days ago

Honestly a lot of people get confused while choosing a bank for a home loan Some don’t know whether to go with a government bank or NBFC and many worry about how much extra cost will come

In my opinion it’s always better to first understand the basics of a home loan Some people go through builders some through DSAs and some directly to banks but if you have proper knowledge chances of making mistakes are very less

Also every bank has different policies so knowing your options really helps

It is very important for your loan eligibility check

  • Your current income
  • Required loan amount (how much you are looking for)
  • Your CIBIL score
  • Based on CIBIL, what ROI (interest rate) you can get
  • Any EMI bounces or past repayment issues
  • Existing loans (if any)
  • Property details (ready / under-construction)
  • Employment type (salaried / self-employed)

And one more thing if someone is genuinely trying to help you or explain things please respect that Not everyone takes out time to guide others and mutual respect is important

If you really need any guidance or have genuine queries feel free to message me I’ll try my best to help

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u/AdhesivenessFair6734 — 23 days ago
▲ 3 r/RupeeBossFinance+1 crossposts

Many people planning to buy a flat fall into one common trap choosing a loan based only on the lowest interest rate

But the reality is a bit different

Whether your loan gets approved smoothly or faces delays depends on:

  • Which bank you choose
  • Whether the property is ready-to-move or under construction
  • How clear your documentation is

Sometimes, you may get a slightly lower rate, but the process becomes slow or issues come up at the last moment

On the other hand choosing the right bank can make the approval faster and the entire process much smoother

Just sharing this as I’ve noticed it quite often while speaking with people

If anyone has recently gone through a home loan process or is planning to would love to hear your experience ASK ME ANYTHING if u have any doubt.....

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u/AdhesivenessFair6734 — 30 days ago

One thing I’ve noticed after handling multiple home loan and balance transfer cases

Most people are stuck on one question:
I want the lowest ROI

But the reality is very different…

ROI is not one-size-fits-all.
There’s a different rate for affordability and a different rate for higher loan amounts.

Banks don’t just check whether your EMI is affordable
they evaluate your complete financial profile

✔️ If you’re salaried:

  • Your company matters (listed or non-listed)
  • Job stability plays a key role

✔️ If you’re self-employed:

  • Your entire business background is evaluated
  • Income consistency and financials are deeply checked

✔️ Common factors for everyone:

  • CIBIL score
  • Repayment history (DPD)
  • Existing loans
  • Ticket size (loan amount)

Someone with DPDs and someone with a clean profile can NEVER get the same ROI — even if the loan amount is similar.

So don’t just chase a number.
Understand what actually drives your interest rate

Ask me anything about Home Loans Balance Transfers ROI or eligibility happy to help with real insights

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u/AdhesivenessFair6734 — 2 months ago

A lot of people assume that if a bank is advertising a home loan rate like 7.10%, they will automatically get that rate In reality it doesn’t work that way

The final interest rate (ROI) depends on multiple factors:

  • CIBIL score – If your score is around 800+, you’re more likely to get the best rates
  • Income & repayment capacity – Banks check how comfortably you can repay
  • Loan amount – Sometimes higher or lower ticket sizes affect pricing
  • Bank-specific policies – Every bank has different internal criteria

So even if two people apply to the same bank, they might get different interest rates.

Another important thing is choosing the right bank before starting the process Many people apply randomly without understanding where they actually fit It’s better to have a rough idea of-

  • Where your profile matches
  • What rate range you can realistically expect
  • Which bank will process your case smoothly

For under-construction properties there are extra checks

  • Whether the project is APF (approved) by the bank
  • Stage of construction
  • Builder credibility

Also funding is not just “whatever you ask for It depends on

  • Property value
  • Your income eligibility
  • Bank norms

Some people expect very high funding, but approvals are always based on a combination of these factors

In short instead of focusing only on the lowest advertised ROI, it’s better to understand your profile and choose the right lender accordingly

If anyone has questions around how banks evaluate profiles or how rates are decided, happy to discuss

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u/AdhesivenessFair6734 — 2 months ago

A lot of people own rental properties but don’t realize this

You don’t always need to sell your property to access funds

If your property is generating stable rental income, you can actually use that income to raise a loan this is called Lease Rental Discounting (LRD)

It’s a simple concept
Instead of waiting for rent month by month you can unlock a part of your future rental income today

This can be useful if you’re planning

  • Business expansion
  • Another investment
  • Managing cash flow without disturbing your assets

What makes a difference here is the stability of your rent and the tenant profile. Strong and consistent rental agreements usually make things smoother

Not everyone talks about this option but in the right situation it can be a smart way to use what you already have

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u/AdhesivenessFair6734 — 2 months ago