How to Get a Car Loan With Bad Credit
How to Get Bad Credit Car Loans
Not everyone has thousands of dollars lying around in order to purchase a car. We understand that at our dealership, and that's why we offer financing options to our customers, including those with poor credit. However, if you're looking for bad credit car loans, there are a few things you should do before coming to the lot to shop in order to increase your chances of being approved. In order to get a car loan with low credit, you should ensure you meet the following criteria:
Credit Score
Ideally, your credit score should be above 600 if you're looking for a loan of any sort. While this isn't high, having a score above this number dramatically increases your chances of being approved for bad credit car loans. It's not impossible to get financing with a lower score, but it's certainly more difficult and time-consuming. If your score is below this number, you may want to try raising it a bit before coming in to shop.
Monthly Income
Even for a low-credit loan, you need to have a monthly income of around $1,500 in order to be approved for a loan. This just allows us to ensure you'll be able to manage your monthly payments, and serves the dual purpose of allowing you to ensure you'll be able to pay the loan without struggling with your other responsibilities.
Lowering Your Credit
As previously stated, the best way to increase your chances of getting approved for your loan is to raise your credit bit by bit. While this can take years, there are a few quick steps you can take to fix those numbers. First and foremost, work with a credit company to fix any errors that might be on your report. These can include incorrect addresses and false accounts. Next, try closing any old, unused accounts. These might be dragging your score down.
We're here to help you get into the perfect car for your needs, but by taking care of your credit and income and simply getting prepared before visiting our lot, you can help make the process a smoother, less stressful one for everyone involved.
