Small Loans vs. Installment Loans
What exactly is a small loan?
Answer:
A "small loan" is a small, short-term cash loan. Generally, consumers write a post-dated check for the desired
amount, in addition to an interest fee. The lender will hold onto the check until the next payday (usually 14
days) and then deposits it. Consumers also have the option to return with cash to reclaim the check. Or, in
some cases, consumers can repay the loan with a signed agreement which allows the lender to electronically
withdraw the funds from their bank account on a pre-determined date.
A "small loan" can also be referred to as a:
- Payday Loan
- Cash Advance
- Personal Loan
- Payday Advance
- Cash Loan
- Bad Credit Loan
- Installment Loan*
*Installment loans usually have a longer loan term than a payday loan. They are defined as a small loan that
the borrower repays in installments or payments over the term of the loan. In an installment loan, the number
of payments is fixed.
As with any financial product, there are a few things to keep in mind. Short-term loans are designed to be
repaid within two weeks. Therefore, you should have a plan in place to repay the loan in full. If you cannot
repay the loan, it's best to look into alternative options. For example, try asking family or close friends.
Borrowing money from family is a great way to avoid costly interest fees. Another idea is to sell luxury items
that you really don't need. Ask yourself: Do I really need the latest high-tech gadget? Or, would the money be
better spent repairing my car? The answer is obvious- you don't need an
Iphone but you do need transportation to and from work.
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