Archive · 28 May 2025
5 Ways to Pay Off Personal Loans Faster
If you have a personal loan, here's how to pay it off faster.
Firstly, use any extra money, like a bonus, to make a big payment.
Secondly, pay a little extra each month.
Thirdly, combine your debts into one loan with a lower interest rate.
Fourthly, see if you can transfer your loan to get a better rate.
Lastly, talk to your bank, they may help.
Doing this can save you money on interest and help you get out of debt sooner.
The RBI has advised banks not to charge extra fees if you pay off a floating-rate loan early.
Use bonuses or tax refunds for lump-sum loan payments.
Make extra monthly payments beyond the standard EMI.
Consolidate multiple debts into a single loan with a lower interest rate.
Consider transferring the loan to a lender with a lower interest rate.
Communicate with the lender about potentially better terms.
- Who
- Borrowers with personal loans.
- What
- Tips to reduce debt and pay off personal loans quicker.
- When
- May 28, 2025
- Where
- Not specified
- Why
- To save money on interest and improve financial health.
- Published Date
- May 28, 2025
- RBI Advice
- Banks advised not to charge fees for early repayment of floating-rate loans