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    Personal Loan vs Credit Card: Which is Better for You?

    Need funds? Should you take a personal loan or use your credit card? Understand the pros and cons of each.

    Danish MirzaFounder, Unyfy14 years in Indian banking and fintech

    Personal Loan Benefits

    When to choose loan.

    • Lower interest rate (10-18%)
    • Fixed EMI for budgeting
    • Higher amount available
    • Fixed repayment timeline
    • Better for large expenses

    Credit Card Benefits

    When to choose card.

    • Instant availability
    • Interest-free period (45 days)
    • Flexibility in repayment
    • Rewards and cashback
    • Better for small expenses

    Comparison

    Key differences.

    • Interest: Loan (10-18%) vs Card (24-48%)
    • Amount: Loan (higher) vs Card (credit limit)
    • Tenure: Loan (fixed) vs Card (revolving)

    Choose personal loan for large amounts, credit card for small short-term needs.

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    Calculate your personal loan EMI instantly. Enter your loan amount, interest rate, and tenure to see your monthly payment and total interest.

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    Your Monthly EMI

    ₹32,385

    for 36 months at 10.25% p.a.

    Principal

    ₹10,00,000

    Interest

    ₹1,65,860

    Total Amount Payable

    ₹11,65,860

    Principal (85.8%)
    Interest (14.2%)
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