Is it mandatory to take insurance on home loan?
Is it mandatory to take insurance on home loan?
It is not mandatory to buy a home insurance policy from a bank in order to get a loan. Contrary to the bank’s claims, there is no compulsion by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) or the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDA) for home loan applicants to buy any kind of insurance from the bank. Sep 30, 2021
How much does a home loan insurance cost?
The premium for a term plan of 1Cr would be around Rs 8,000 to Rs 15,000. The same cover costs an average of Rs 50,000 in a home loan insurance plan. A term plan is therefore more affordable as compared to a HLPP. Dec 18, 2018
What is home mortgage protection insurance?
Mortgage protection insurance (MPI) is a type of life insurance designed to pay off your mortgage if you were to pass away — and some policies also cover mortgage payments (usually for a limited period of time) if you become disabled.
