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Home loan vs personal loan

The right loan depends on the goal. Home loans are usually cheaper and longer, while personal loans are faster but costlier.

Comparison table

Factor Home Loan Personal Loan
Interest rates Usually lower Usually higher
Tenure Long (often up to 20–30 years) Short (often up to 5–7 years)
Use case Buying/constructing house Unsecured personal needs

Which one should you pick?

For property purchase, home loan is usually more affordable. For immediate short-term needs without collateral, personal loan may be more practical.

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