Topic 8: Consumer Loan, Credit Cards, Real Estate Lending Flashcards
is a loan given to consumers to finance specific types of expenditures. In other words, a consumer loan is any type of loan made to a consumer by a creditor
Consumer Loan
What are the common types of consumer loans that are offered by banks?
- Auto loans
- Motorcycle loans
- Home loans
is the process of providing financing to individuals or families on consumable items such as a car, house, or furniture
Consumer Lending
- are loans that are backed by collateral
- generally grant the borrower greater amounts of financing, a longer repayment period, and a lower charged interest rate
Secured Consumer Loans
- are loans that are not backed by collateral
- generally grant the borrower a limited amount of financing, a shorter repayment period, and a higher charged interest rate
- are supported by the borrower’s creditworthiness
Unsecured Consumer Loans
- Short-term to medium-term loans that are repayable in two or more consecutive payments
- borrowers must
repay with regularly scheduled payments or
installments
Installment Loans
Installment loans are used for
- automobiles
- recreational vehicles
- furniture and home appliances
- consolidate existing household debts
What is the advantage of Installment Loans?
includes flexible terms and lower interest rate
What is the disadvantage of Installment Loans?
includes the risk of default and loss of collateral
- refer to a system of credit that is payable in one lump-sum amount by a specified date
- are short-term loans are drawn upon by individuals and families for immediate cash needs
Non-Installment Loans
Non-installment Loans are used for
- cover the cost of medical care
- purchase of home appliances, and auto and home repairs
- single-payment loans by financial institutions
- service credit extended by utility companies
a loan that is provided by a mortgage lender or a bank, which enables an individual to purchase a home or property
Mortgages
a type of loan where the money you spend is borrowed from the card provider rather than taken from your bank account
Credit Cards
used by consumers to finance education
Student Loans
typically offer flexibility, but costs can vary based on your credit history and the lender you choose.
Personal Loans
a type of loan that gives you access to a set amount of money
Revolving Credit
- assigns the borrower a specific credit limit
- limit is based on the client’s credit score, income, and credit history
Revolving Credit
refers to an open-ended credit account—like a credit card or other
“line of credit”—that can be used and paid down repeatedly as long as the account remains open
Revolving Credit
- As soon as the debt is repaid, the user can borrow up to her credit limit again without going through another loan approval process
- If you have failed to pay your debt by the due date, you may be subjected to interest or any charges
Revolving Credit
What are the two types of Revolving Credit
Credit Cards and Home Equity Line of Credit
an open-ended credit account that lets you borrow money against the value of your home
Home Equity Line of Credit
- it works like a credit card but uses the home as collateral
- you canborrow and repay the money multiple times as long as you don’t exceed the credit limit
Home Equity Line of Credit