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What is an Unsecured Loan?
An unsecured loan is more of a risk to the money lender as they do not have the luxury of securing the loan against your assets. Because of this, the lender applies a more stringent criteria to the borrower making it more difficult to obtain an unsecured loan to various borrowers. |
Who will find it more difficult to obtain an unsecured loan from a High Street Lender.
- Self employed
- CCJs (County Court Judgements against them)
- Adverse credit history
- Low earners
- Tenants
- Students
- Company Directors
The above would be better suited searching a more specialist lender but will in turn expect to pay a higher rate of interest. This is due to the extra risk they pose to the lender as opposed to a higher earning employed person with a good credit history.
The lender will usually need to see a clear credit history and sufficient earnings from a potential borrower prior to accepting them for an unsecured loan.
Unsecured loans usually are paid monthly over a fixed term and at a fixed interest rate. Always ask the question to the lender if payment holidays can be made during the term and if early repayment can be made without incurring some sort of fee.
Comparing unsecured loans on the internet will give you a good idea of the different deals and rates available.
Who is an unsecured loan suitable for?
A good cheap unsecured loan suitable for people wanting to borrow up to approximately £15,000.
Persons who have a good credit history in order to gain lower interest rates.
The person must be able to keep up with all monthly repayments.
An unsecured loan is commonly used for:
- Car
- Home improvements
- Holidays
- Consolidation of finances
In general the term of an unsecured loan is significantly shorter than a secured loan as the amount borrowed is much less; usually around 5 to 10 years maximum.
Also an unsecured loan obviously not secured against your assets. However, should you not make the repayments the lender can still take court action to retrieve these monies. Should you not be able to pay what is owing, the court may take into account your assets hence you are putting them at risk accordingly.
Unsecured loans can usually be completed the same day and finances can be released to your bank account within 24 hours.
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