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A home loan overdraft allows borrowers to park surplus cash against their loan, retaining access to it, and reduces the effective interest payment.
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Jagadeesh Mohan, Ajay Pruthi, Aprajita Sharma
What
A home loan overdraft allows borrowers to park surplus cash against their loan, retaining access to it, and reduces the effective interest payment.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:42:07 GMT · 2h 30m ago
Where
India ·
Why
Many borrowers are unfamiliar with home loan overdrafts, despite their potential to save money, even with a slightly higher interest rate.
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How this affects you
Home loan overdraft products, like SBI Maxgain and Bank of Baroda Home Loan Advantage, can significantly shorten loan tenures and reduce total repayment amounts for borrowers who maintain consistent surplus funds, offering a notable financial advantage over standard home loans.
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