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GREAT EASTERN INSTITUTE
5 J Catalan St., San Isidro, La Paz, Tarlac
Building bridges to the future…
Senior High School Department
PERSONAL LOAN
Personal loan is an amount of money you can borrow to use for a variety of purposes. For
instance, you may use a personal loan to consolidate debt, pay for home renovations, or plan a
dream wedding. Personal loans can be offered by banks, credit unions, or online lenders. The
money you borrow must be repaid over time, typically with interest. Some lenders may also
charge fees for personal loans.
Personal loan requirements vary by lender, but there are a few considerations, like credit score
and income, that financial institutions always look at when reviewing applicants. Before you
start shopping for a loan, familiarize yourself with the common qualifications you’ll need to
meet and the documentation you’ll need to provide. This knowledge can help streamline the
application process and may improve your chances of qualifying.
application. If you’re ready to apply for a personal loan, consider these steps before beginning
the process:
1. Check your credit score
2. Take steps to improve your score by checking for inaccuracies and paying down debt
3. Decide how much you want to borrow
4. Use lender prequalification to shop around for competitive rates
5. Submit a formal loan application
Steps in Applying for a Personal Loan
1. Check Your Credit Score
- Check your credit score before applying to ensure you'll meet the minimal credit score criteria.
While some lenders make this information available to the public, not all do. As a general rule, having
high credit—a score of at least 670—is a safe bet; but, certain lenders may consider applicants with fair
or poor credit (below 670). - Your credit score plays a role in determining your annual percentage rate
(APR) and the amount you may borrow. Borrowers with great credit are often offered the best prices and
conditions.
2. Prequalify for Loans Through Multiple Lenders
- Many lenders will let you check your rate and terms without putting a hard query on your credit
record, which will lower your credit score for a year. - You may compare offers and determine how
likely you are to be accepted for a personal loan at a competitive rate by using a lender's prequalification
tool. Prequalification can also assist you avoid getting hit with aggressive enquiries for loans you won't
be approved for. - Look for an offer to enter your information on a lender's website, such as a button that
reads "Check Your Rate." You may be asked about your income and housing payments, as well as how
much you want to borrow, when you fill out a prequalification form online.
3. Compare Your Offers
- Once you've finished the prequalification procedure, you'll most likely get the loan terms you
qualify for. If you've been prequalified for many loans, it's critical to analyze each offer to determine
which is the best fit for you.
4. Complete a Full Application
- Once you have pre-qualified for a loan, a lender will give you a period of time, possibly several
weeks, to submit a formal application. The information you will need to complete your application will
vary by lender. However, you can expect to enter basic contact information and details that will help
confirm your identity, such as: B. Your social security number (SSN) and driver's license numbers.
5. Close, Manage & Repay Your Loan
- After your application is reviewed and approved by a lender, final loan documents will be sent
to you detailing your loan details, including interest rate, loan term, loan amount, and monthly
payments. - Once you have signed your loan documents, your lender will generally deposit the money
directly into your bank account. This can take anywhere from 24 hours to a week, depending on the
lender; Online lenders generally pay off funds faster. - This marks the beginning of your repayment
terms. To make sure you don't miss any payments, sign up for automatic payment or set reminders on
your calendar. Some lenders offer discounts of up to 0.25% to borrowers who sign up for automatic
payment.
GREAT EASTERN INSTITUTE
5 J Catalan St., San Isidro, La Paz, Tarlac
Building bridges to the future…
Senior High School Department
References;
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Talty, A. (2021, July 27). How Do Personal Loans Work? Forbes Advisor.
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