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Understanding Loan Interest Costs
The total interest you pay on a loan depends on three factors: principal, rate, and tenure. Together they determine your total interest bill:
- Doubling principal → doubles total interest
- Doubling rate → roughly doubles total interest
- Doubling tenure → significantly more than doubles interest (compounding effect)
For a ₹50 lakh, 20-year home loan at 8.5%, you pay approximately ₹55 lakh in interest — more than the loan itself. Reducing tenure by 5 years at the same rate saves ~₹15–18 lakh in interest.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I reduce total loan interest?
Four proven ways: (1) Get the lowest possible interest rate, (2) Choose the shortest tenure you can afford, (3) Make regular part payments, (4) Use lump sums (bonus, increment) for foreclosure of remaining balance.
Does interest get recalculated if I miss an EMI?
Yes. Missed EMIs result in penal interest (typically 1–2% extra per month on overdue amount) plus the regular interest. This increases your outstanding balance and can disturb your loan schedule.