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Instant Loan

The money you borrow with an instant loan can be used in whichever manner you wish, from home improvements, buying a new car, taking a dream holiday, paying off credit or store cards to consolidating your debts to make repayments more manageable.

Whilst it is easiest for people with a good credit rating and a proven income from full time employment, it is not to say that those people who are not in these circumstances cannot raise the funds they require from an instant loan.

Bad credit loans are becoming increasingly popular, with as many as 1 in 4 people in the UK have a poor credit rating or can’t prove their income. Financial organisations have realised the needs of this market, and now offer a number of services geared towards these circumstances. Bad credit loans can be secured or unsecured, with the former these being most common as this type of loan is often available at a much lower interest rate.

Not so long ago, finding a loan for a self-employed person would have been a difficult task, with far higher interest rates when compared to those offered to the full-time employed. However, with increasing numbers of people working for themselves, these types of loan are becoming more widely available and far more competitive in terms of interest rates, in cases where you have certified accounts, the rates are often similar to those you would be offered if you were employed.

Secured and Unsecured Loans

Secured loans, also referred to as homeowner loans, are secured against the property of the borrower, with this acting as collateral for the amount borrowed. In the case of a default on the payments, the lender is able to recoup their outlay through sale of these assets – this greatly reduces the risk to the lender resulting in a lower APR (Annual Percentage Rate) for the customer than is offered for unsecured loans.

The lower level of risk to the lender associated with this type of instant loan means that secured loans are generally easier to obtain than an unsecured loan. Circumstances which may prevent you from being offered an unsecured loan, such as CCJs, mortgage arrears and previous payment defaults, will not necessarily prevent you from getting a loan which is secured on your property.

If you have a good credit history and are considered low-risk, many lenders will offer you loans which can be in excess of the equity of your property, in some cases you will be able to borrow up to 125% of the value of your home.

Whatever your needs and circumstances, there is a type of instant loan that can provide you with the cash you need, at a rate that matches your circumstances.