Consumer Loan Flashcards
type of credit provided to a consumer to help them finance only a set of specific expenditures.
Consumer loan
These loans do not require collateral and are based solely on the borrower’s creditworthiness. They can be used for various purposes like medical expenses, travel, or debt
consolidation.
Unsecured loans
These require collateral, such as a car or savings account. Because they are backed by an asset, they often
come with lower interest rates.
Secured loans
are unsecured, which means you don’t need to surrender collateral to get approved. You do, however,
need a good credit standing to increase your chances of
approval.
Personal loans
Designed specifically for purchasing vehicles, auto loans are secured by the vehicle itself. The borrower makes monthly payments over a set period, and the lender holds the title until the loan is repaid.
Auto loan
Types of Auto Loan
These loans are for purchasing brand-new vehicles. They generally come with lower interest rates compared to loans for used cars.
New car loans
Types of Auto Loan
Financing for second-hand or pre-owned vehicles. Interest rates tend to be higher because used cars have a lower resale value.
Used car loans
Types of Auto Loan
where the car serves as collateral for the loan. The lender holds the vehicle’s title until the loan is fully paid.
Chattel mortgage