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EMI (Equated Monthly Installment) is a fixed payment amount made monthly to repay a loan. It includes both principal and interest. The formula ensures each payment is equal throughout the loan term, with early payments being mostly interest and later payments mostly principal.

Lower EMI by: choosing a longer loan term (increases total interest), making a larger down payment, negotiating a lower interest rate, improving your credit score before applying, or comparing offers from multiple lenders. Even 0.25% lower rate can save thousands over the loan life.

Missing payments results in late fees (1-2% of EMI), negative credit score impact, penalty interest, and potential legal action for repeated defaults. If struggling, contact your lender immediately - many offer hardship programs, payment deferrals, or loan restructuring.

Compare your loan interest rate to expected investment returns. Prepay first if loan rate exceeds 8-10%. If loan rate is low (under 6%), investing may yield better returns long-term. Always maintain emergency funds before prepaying, and consider tax implications of loan interest deduction.

For fixed-rate loans, EMI stays constant. For floating-rate loans, EMI adjusts when the base rate changes. Some lenders adjust loan tenure instead of EMI to keep payments stable. Review your loan agreement to understand how rate changes affect your payment.