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You Want To Avoid These 6 Mistakes When Getting A Private Loan

You Want To Avoid These 6 Mistakes When Getting A Private Loan | NHLG

If you’re considering applying for a private loan, you’ll want to know about these 6 common mistakes that people often make during the application process. From not using a broker to not knowing how much you can afford to borrow, these are 6 mistakes that you need to avoid making.  You’ll be glad that you kept reading before applying!

What is a private loan?

A private loan is a form of non-traditional funding, usually used as an option for those with impaired credit, or those who cannot provide traditional documentation. Private loans are offered by private lenders instead of banks. 

Generally, private lenders are able to provide more competitive rates compared to banks. In some cases, lending criteria with private lenders are less rigid. So, if your credit rating isn’t the best, a private lender might be able to give you a better loan than a bank traditionally could.

When you are approved for a private loan, you can use the funds to purchase or build a house, urgent funding, purchase a business or refinance a mortgage, among many other things.

When applying for a private loan, many people make these 6 mistakes:

1. Not using a broker

A broker’s job is to find you the right loan for your situation. You shouldn’t have to do all of the hard work yourself, which is where a good broker comes in. A broker is there to make your loan journey as smooth as possible while giving you a range of loans and lenders to choose from. Using a broker can save you a lot of time and effort as they can do everything from helping you apply, to recommending you the right loan.

 A broker can also negotiate with your lender on the terms of your loan on your behalf. This can prove useful if you are unsure of how your loan works, or what terms will suit you best. A good broker will be able to help you find the right loan, as well as make sure that your loan is settled properly.

2. Not knowing your numbers

When you start applying for a private loan, it’s good to have an idea of how much you need to borrow. You should also consider how long you are willing to repay the loan, and how much you can afford to repay each time. Committing yourself to repay more than you can afford could potentially leave you in trouble financially.

You Want To Avoid These 6 Mistakes When Getting A Private Loan | NHLG

3. Missing information on your application

When you apply for a loan, the more information that you can give about your circumstances and finances, the better. If you leave information out, your broker will need to slow your loan process down by contacting you with questions.

4. Submitting multiple loan applications at the same time

We get it. Applying for a loan and waiting for an answer can be super stressful, and you might feel that applying to multiple lenders at once will give you a better shot at being approved. However, each lender that you apply to will conduct a hard credit check as part of your application. Each hard credit check that is completed in your name will lower your credit score by a few points, so each application for a loan that you make can quickly add up. Instead, make sure to focus on one lender at a time.

5. Thinking a bank is your only option

When you think of loans, you automatically think of banks, right? However, a bank is not your only choice!  Private lenders can offer you loan terms that banks cannot, and they can lend to you even without you needing to have perfect credit. While you might struggle to get approval from a bank, a private lender will generally be able to approve your loan application regardless of your circumstances.

6. Thinking you have to do it all alone

When it comes to finding the loan that’s right for you, National Home Loans Group is here to help! We can have you approved for the perfect private loan in no time at all.  

How Can NHLG Help?

We specialise in helping those who do not meet the mainstream criteria, require flexible solutions, have impaired credit history and who cannot provide traditional forms of documentation. If this sounds like you, we can help you to get approved for a private loan with one of our many lenders. Contact us today for an obligation-free consultation with one of our loan specialists.

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