🏦 Lender-Neutral Advisory
✅ Best Rate Sourcing
📋 ARN Registered

Loan Products &
Structured Financing

Access the right credit at the right cost from the right lender — home loans, business credit, structured financing, and balance transfers. Lender-neutral advisory that works for you, not the bank.

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Home Loan
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Loan vs Property
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Business Loan
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Loan vs Shares
Our Credit Philosophy

Debt is a Tool — Used Wisely, It Builds Wealth

Most financial advice treats debt as something to be avoided. The reality is more nuanced: the right debt, at the right cost, for the right purpose, can meaningfully accelerate wealth creation. A home loan at 8.5% allowing you to buy a property that appreciates at 10–12% annually creates real wealth. Using debt to fund consumption does not.

Our loan advisory is built on a simple but powerful principle: we are lender-neutral. Unlike banks, DSAs (Direct Selling Agents), and loan comparison portals who earn commissions from lenders, our fee is paid by you — ensuring every recommendation is made in your interest, not the lender's.

We help you navigate India's complex credit landscape — identifying the best lenders for your profile, negotiating terms, structuring the loan optimally for tax efficiency, and integrating it with your complete wealth strategy. From a ₹50L home loan to a ₹10 Cr structured facility, our advisory covers the full spectrum of credit needs for HNI clients and business owners.

The Peacock Smart Borrowing Framework
Borrow only for appreciating assets or productive capital — home purchases, business growth, investment leverage. Never for depreciating assets or consumption.
Post-tax cost of debt should be below expected post-tax return — a home loan at 8.5% (7% post-tax) vs. expected equity returns of 12–14% creates positive leverage.
EMI-to-income ratio should not exceed 40% of net monthly income across all loan obligations — maintaining financial resilience for unexpected events.
Loan tenure should match the purpose — short for working capital, long for property. Never take a 20-year loan for a 5-year need.
Rate negotiation is non-negotiable — banks have significant flexibility on rates, especially for HNI clients with strong credit profiles. Most borrowers accept the first rate offered.
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Genuinely Lender-Neutral

Banks, DSAs, and loan aggregators earn commissions from lenders — incentivising them to push loans and lenders that pay more. Our fee comes from you, eliminating this conflict entirely. We recommend the best lender for your situation, not the highest-paying one.

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Rate Negotiation on Your Behalf

HNI clients with strong credit profiles have significant negotiating power with lenders — but most never exercise it. We negotiate directly with relationship managers at 5–10 banks simultaneously, creating competitive tension that results in materially better rates and terms.

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Total Cost of Borrowing Analysis

The headline interest rate is only one part of the cost. Processing fees, prepayment penalties, insurance requirements, and rate reset clauses all affect the true cost. We calculate and compare the total cost of borrowing across lenders before recommending.

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Tax Optimisation on Loans

Home loans (80C and 24B deductions), business loans (interest as deductible expense), and LAP against rental properties all have significant tax implications. We advise on structuring loans for maximum tax efficiency alongside your overall tax planning.

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Balance Transfer & Refinancing

Existing loans often have suboptimal rates, especially for borrowers who took loans 3–5 years ago when rates were higher. We identify balance transfer and refinancing opportunities that can save lakhs in interest over the remaining tenure.

Loan Products We Advise On

Six Credit Products, One Trusted Advisor

From home loans to structured financing — we advise across the complete credit spectrum for HNI clients, professionals, and business owners.

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Home Loan
Purchase · Construction · Renovation

Advisory on home loans for purchase, under-construction properties, plot+construction, and home renovation. We compare across 15+ banks and HFCs — negotiating rates, tenure, and processing fees on your behalf. Also covers NRI home loans.

Current Rates8.4–9.5% p.a. (Floating)
Max Tenure30 Years
LTVUp to 90% (Upto ₹30L)
Tax Benefits80C (₹1.5L) + 24B (₹2L)
Key LendersSBI, HDFC, ICICI, Axis, LIC HFL
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Loan Against Property (LAP)
Residential · Commercial · Industrial

Unlock liquidity from owned property without selling — for business expansion, working capital, debt consolidation, or personal large-ticket needs. Higher loan amounts vs. home loans, flexible end-use, and typically 50–65% of property value.

Current Rates9.5–12% p.a.
LTV50–65% of Property Value
Max Tenure15–20 Years
Tax TreatmentInterest deductible if for business
Best ForBusiness Capital · Large Expenses
💼Secured / Unsecured
Business Loans & OD
Term Loan · Working Capital · OD

Business term loans, working capital loans, cash credit facilities, and overdraft accounts for self-employed professionals and business owners. We identify the right lender, structure, and collateral arrangement for your business's credit requirements.

Secured Rate10–13% p.a. (Asset-Backed)
Unsecured Rate12–18% p.a.
StructureTerm Loan / OD / CC
TaxInterest fully deductible (business)
Key LendersPSU Banks, Private Banks, NBFCs
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Loan Against Shares (LAS)
Equity · Mutual Funds · ETFs · SGBs

Pledge listed equity shares, mutual fund units, ETFs, and SGBs as collateral for an overdraft facility — without selling your portfolio. Ideal for short-term capital needs where portfolio liquidation would be tax-inefficient or disruptive.

Rate9–12% p.a. (OD Structure)
LTV50–80% (Security Dependent)
Disbursal24–48 Hours
Key AdvantageNo capital gains tax triggered
RiskMargin call if portfolio falls
💳Revolving Credit
Overdraft & Cash Credit
Professional OD · Salary OD · CC

Pre-approved overdraft facilities for professionals (doctors, CAs, lawyers), salaried HNIs, and business owners — providing revolving credit at competitive rates with interest charged only on the amount drawn. More flexible than term loans for irregular cash flow needs.

Rate10–14% p.a.
Limit2–10x Monthly Income / Turnover
CollateralProfessional credentials / Property
InterestOnly on Drawn Amount
Best ForIrregular Income · Working Capital
🔄Refinancing
Balance Transfer & Refinancing
Lower Rate · Better Terms · Top-Up

Transfer your existing home loan, LAP, or business loan to a lender offering better rates — saving lakhs in interest over the remaining tenure. Also covers top-up loans on existing home loans and restructuring high-cost debt into lower-cost instruments.

Savings Potential0.5–2% rate reduction
Process Time2–4 Weeks
CostProcessing fee (typically 0.5–1%)
Best TriggerRate drop >0.5% vs current loan
When to BTFirst half of loan tenure
Structured Financing

Beyond Standard Loans — Bespoke Credit Solutions

Standard retail loan products serve most needs — but for HNI clients, business owners, and investors with complex financial situations, standard products often don't fit. This is where structured financing advisory adds significant value.

Structured financing involves designing a bespoke credit arrangement that combines multiple instruments, collateral types, lenders, or repayment structures to achieve an outcome that no single standard product can deliver. Think: a ₹5 Cr facility combining a ₹2 Cr LAP, a ₹1.5 Cr LAS, and a ₹1.5 Cr unsecured business overdraft — all with coordinated repayment structures and lenders.

Our structured financing advisory also covers inter-generational credit planning — structuring loans optimally across family entities, understanding gift and loan implications, and ensuring credit decisions are aligned with estate planning objectives.

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Property Acquisition Financing

Combining home loans, LAP on existing properties, and LAS on portfolio to structure an optimal acquisition finance package — minimising equity contribution while managing EMI outflow.

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Business Growth Capital

Multi-tranche credit facilities combining secured term loans, working capital OD, and equipment finance — structured around the business's revenue cycle and repayment capacity.

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Debt Consolidation & Restructuring

Replacing multiple high-cost loans (personal loans, business loans, credit cards) with a single, lower-rate secured facility — reducing EMI burden and total interest cost significantly.

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NRI & Cross-Border Financing

Advisory on home loans for NRIs (NRO/NRE account linked), repatriation planning, and cross-border credit structures for NRI clients with assets in India and income abroad.

Indicative Rate Reference — Major Loan Products
Loan Type
Rate Range
LTV / Notes
Home Loan (Salaried)8.4–9.0%Up to 90%
Home Loan (Self-Emp.)8.7–9.5%Up to 80%
NRI Home Loan8.9–10.5%Up to 80%
Loan Against Property9.5–12.0%50–65%
Business Term Loan10.0–13.0%Collateral dep.
Unsecured Business Loan12.0–18.0%No collateral
Loan Against Shares (OD)9.0–12.0%50–80%
Professional Overdraft10.5–14.0%Credential-based
Personal Loan12.0–24.0%Avoid if alternatives exist
Credit Card Revolving36.0–42.0%Clear immediately

* Indicative rates as of current market conditions. Actual rates depend on credit profile, lender, amount, and tenure. All rates p.a.

Our Advisory Process

From Requirement to Disbursement

A structured, end-to-end advisory engagement — ensuring you get the best loan for your situation, not just any loan.

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Credit Profile Assessment

We review your CIBIL score, existing loan obligations, income structure (salaried/self-employed/business), and collateral available — identifying your optimal lender profile before approaching any bank.

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Lender Selection & Negotiation

We approach 5–10 lenders simultaneously with your profile — creating competitive tension that results in better rates, lower processing fees, and more favourable terms. You see all offers, we advise on the best.

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Documentation Management

We manage the documentation process — coordinating with your CA, employer, or business — ensuring clean, complete applications that minimise back-and-forth queries and reduce processing time.

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Ongoing Loan Optimisation

After disbursement, we monitor interest rate movements, advise on prepayment opportunities, flag balance transfer options when rate differentials justify the switch, and integrate the loan with your overall tax and wealth plan.

Borrowing Intelligence

Smart Borrowing — Do's & Don'ts

Smart Borrowing Practices
  • Always compare at least 3–5 lenders before finalising — rate differences of 0.5% on ₹1 Cr loan = ₹5–6L savings over 20 years.
  • Negotiate processing fees, prepayment penalty waivers, and rate reset clauses — not just the headline interest rate.
  • Choose floating over fixed rate in most scenarios — Indian interest rate cycles favour floating over long tenors.
  • Make lump-sum prepayments when you receive bonuses, windfalls, or matured investments — reducing principal early has outsized impact on total interest.
  • Maximise tax deductions — Section 80C (₹1.5L principal) and Section 24B (₹2L interest) for home loans can significantly reduce the effective cost of borrowing.
  • Maintain CIBIL score above 750 — it directly affects your negotiating power on loan rates and approval probability.
  • Use EMI calculators to stress-test repayment at rates 1–2% higher than current — ensure you can service the loan if rates rise.
Mistakes That Cost You Lakhs
  • Never accept the first rate offered by your primary bank — it is almost never their best rate and you have significant negotiating room.
  • Do not take personal loans at 12–24% for any purpose that can be funded with a secured loan at half the rate — always exhaust secured options first.
  • Never revolve credit card balances — at 36–42% annual interest, credit card debt is the most destructive financial decision available to consumers.
  • Do not over-leverage — keeping total EMI below 40% of net income provides cushion for emergencies, rate rises, and income disruptions.
  • Avoid FOMO-driven property loans — buying property you cannot genuinely afford at stretched valuations, financed with maximum LTV loans, is high-risk.
  • Do not ignore balance transfer opportunities — if your existing home loan rate is 0.75%+ above current market rates, refinancing is almost always worth it in the first half of tenure.
  • Never mix personal and business loans — separate them clearly for tax deductibility, financial reporting, and lender relationship management.
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How is your loan advisory different from a bank relationship manager or DSA?+

This is the most important distinction: bank relationship managers work for the bank — their job is to meet the bank's targets, not necessarily give you the best deal. DSAs (Direct Selling Agents) earn commissions from lenders — ranging from 0.25% to 2% of loan amount — which creates an incentive to recommend lenders who pay more, not lenders who offer you the best rate. Our advisory fee is paid by you — eliminating this conflict. We approach multiple lenders competitively, negotiate aggressively on your behalf, and recommend the best option for your situation regardless of which lender it is. We do not accept lender referral fees.

Should I choose a fixed or floating rate home loan?+

In India's interest rate environment, floating rate loans are almost always better for tenures of 10+ years. Here's why: (1) Fixed rates in India are typically 1.5–2.5% higher than floating rates at the time of borrowing — a significant premium; (2) Indian interest rates are linked to RBI's repo rate which moves cyclically — periods of high rates are followed by cuts; (3) Fixed rate periods are rarely "fixed" for the full tenure — most lenders offer fixed rates for only 2–5 years, then convert to floating; (4) Floating rates average out favourably over 15–20 year loan tenures historically. The only case where fixed makes sense: you have a very short tenure (2–3 years) and rates are at a cyclical low.

When should I consider a balance transfer on my existing home loan?+

A balance transfer is worth considering when: (1) Your current rate is 0.5% or more above what new lenders are offering for your loan profile; (2) You are in the first half of your loan tenure (the interest savings are maximised in early years when more EMI goes toward interest); (3) The net saving exceeds the switching cost (processing fee typically 0.5–1% of outstanding, legal fee, and documentation cost); (4) Your credit score has improved significantly since taking the original loan, qualifying you for better rates. As a rough rule: on a ₹1 Cr outstanding loan with 15 years remaining, a 0.75% rate reduction saves approximately ₹8–10L in total interest — well worth the ₹50–70K switching cost.

What is the tax benefit on a home loan?+

Home loans in India offer two tax deductions under the Income Tax Act: (1) Section 80C — Principal Repayment: Up to ₹1.5 lakh per year on principal repayment (within the overall 80C limit of ₹1.5L including PF, PPF, insurance, etc.); (2) Section 24(b) — Interest Deduction: Up to ₹2 lakh per year on interest for a self-occupied property (no limit for let-out properties — full interest deductible). For a ₹50L home loan at 8.5% with EMI of ~₹43,000/month, annual interest is approximately ₹4.1L (first year). The ₹2L Section 24B deduction alone saves ₹60,000/year for a 30% bracket taxpayer. Over a 20-year tenure, these deductions can save ₹8–12L in taxes. Note: these deductions are available under the old tax regime only — not under the new simplified regime.

What credit score do I need for the best home loan rates?+

Most lenders have rate tiers based on CIBIL score. 750+ is generally required for the best rates. The tiers typically work as follows: 800+ → Best available rate; 750–799 → Standard best rate (same or +0.1%); 700–749 → +0.25–0.5% premium; 650–699 → +0.75–1.0% or possible rejection; Below 650 → Likely rejection at most major banks. Practical steps to improve score: (1) Always pay EMIs and credit card bills on time; (2) Keep credit card utilisation below 30% of limit; (3) Do not apply for multiple loans simultaneously (each application generates a hard inquiry); (4) Maintain a mix of secured (home, car) and unsecured (credit card) credit. A good CIBIL score on a ₹1 Cr loan can save ₹0.25–0.5% in rate — ₹3–6L over 20 years.

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Disclaimer: Interest rates quoted are indicative as of current market conditions and subject to change based on RBI policy and lender terms. Actual rates depend on your credit profile, income, collateral, loan amount, and tenure. Peacock Wealth Management is a ARN-registered distributor — we provide advisory on loan products but do not directly lend. All loans are disbursed by RBI/NHB-regulated banks and NBFCs. Tax benefits mentioned are based on prevailing Income Tax Act provisions under the old tax regime and may change. Please consult a CA for personalised tax advice.

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