Personal loans: Excessive digital lending led to a wave of frauds, states FACE report

The digital lending sector in India has grown significantly and attracted scammers which push digital lending applications to the market, states FACE (Fintech Association of Consumer Empowerment) in its latest report. The report says that most borrowers take small valueĀ personal loans from fintechs. Around 35 percent of loans are worth less than ₹25,000. Loans which…

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Can you take a second personal loan while repaying the first? Here’s what to know

Personal loans are immensely popular financial tools for addressing diverse needs and aspirations of borrowers such as medical emergencies, education, home reconstruction etc. Still, what happens if you have one personal loan already on your name and need another? The answer for the same lies in your financial profile, credit score, repayment capacity and lender…

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Credit score and home loan rates: How maintaining a high credit score helps save lakhs on mortgage in India

A credit score is an important indicator of your creditworthiness and loan repayment capacity. It also plays a crucial role in determining your home loan eligibility and the interest rates applicable to it Banks and financial institutions increasingly rely on an individual’s creditworthiness, repayment capacity, and financial integrity to mitigate the risks of defaults or…

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Looking for a personal loan? A complete guide to securing the best interest rates in April 2025

Personal loans have become a popular tool for individuals in India to manage financial challenges such as medical issues, home renovation, travelling expenses, etc. However, securing the best interest rates is crucial to maximise savings. Let us discuss some basic fundamentals to help you secure the best possible personal loan interest rates in 2025. Overview…

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Free credit score check: You can download your report in minutes. Here’s a step-by-step guide

Maintaining a clean credit profile and a good credit score is essential for securing personal loans, credit cards and other similar credit instruments. Due to the recent Reserve Bank of India regulations, Indian credit card users can now cross-check their credit scores for free through the official websites of authorised credit bureaus. Credit Score: Basic…

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