MANILA – In the midst of expectations that interest rates will remain unchanged, now is an opportune time to secure a loan for major expenses such as homes, cars, or business expansions, as suggested by Metropolitan Bank and Trust Co. (Metrobank).
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) benchmark rate is anticipated to stay at 6.25 percent for the second consecutive month, according to the Monetary Board’s policy stance decision on June 22.
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However, Metrobank cautions borrowers to assess their “financial health,” as a pause in rate hikes neither increases nor reduces the cost of borrowing money.
Lenders use the debt burden ratio (DBR) to determine a borrower’s repayment capacity. The DBR is calculated by dividing the total monthly loan payments by the monthly income. A high DBR, expressed as a percentage, indicates a low ability to pay for additional loans.
“As a guideline, your total loan payments should range from 30 percent to 35 percent of your monthly income,” advises Metrobank. “By staying within this range, you will have enough leeway to cover essential expenses while also saving or even investing.” INQ
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