If you're like many people, buying a car out of pocket is not financially practical. When most people go to buy their cars - used or new - they need to take out a car loan for the purchase of the car. Car Loans make buying a car possible without straining a person's budget.
A car loan requires that a buyer (borrower) commit to repaying a loan in certain increments over a period of several months or several years. Each loan repayment is based on a percentage of the initial amount of money borrowed (principal) plus interest applied to that initial amount. In order to get the best possible car loan arrangement, it is important for individuals to be able to borrow the amount of money they need at the lowest interest rate possible.
In order to be able to increase the principal loan amount and get the lowest possible interest rate for your circumstances, it is important to be able to prove to a lender that you are financially stable and capable of paying off your loan. Lenders will not only look for information about your current income, but they will also want to know what your credit history is. If you have a stable income and a strong credit history, you will most likely be able to get a higher loan amount and lower interest rate.
Here are 3 tips to help you increase your loan amount and decrease your interest rate:
Have a Stable Job
A stable job shows that you have income coming in each month and expect to continue to have income each month. Lenders like to know that, as long as your circumstances stay the same, you will be able to keep up with monthly loan repayments.
Stay Put
Lenders want to know that if they need to contact you, they will be able to find you. Therefore, by staying in one residence for a prolonged amount of time, you will increase lenders' confidence in your stability and find-ability.
Pay Down Other Debts
If you have outstanding debts on your credit card or owe money to other entities, then focus on paying down those debts. Lenders want to know that you will be able to focus your financial assets towards repaying your loan to them by having minimal other financial burdens.
Contact us for more information about how you can get a better car loan through careful planning and strategies.