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Do You Need Poor Credit Loans To Help Your Finances?

 

Having an excellent credit score enables you to get loans and credit cards with ease. But what happens when your credit score drops into a dismal abyss? You lose a lot of financial power and it can really hurt you when you have a desperate need for cash. A bank is never going to look at you as a person. All they see is numbers and if your credit score is low they just assume you are too high of a risk for them to take a chance on.

 

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In recent times, some lenders have opened up their doors with the availability of poor credit loans. These are high-interest loans that are designed for borrowers who have nowhere else to turn. But do you really need a poor credit loan?

Expect High Interest Rates

One of the problems with these loans is they come with extreme interest rates. This is a serious problem for those who are already in debt and need a loan for an emergency. If you are already falling behind on bills and payments, will you be able to handle a high-interest loan as well. If you are planning on using this loan to consolidate past due bills, it will work fine. However, if this loan is designed to go on a gambling trip to Atlantic City it may not work for you. Unless of course you should happen to win the jackpot while there!

Check Your Credit Score

Many people think their credit is a lot worse than it really is. This is why it is so important to keep a check on your own credit. You are entitled to a copy of your credit report at least once a year. There very well may be mistakes on your report that are making your score worse than it really is.

 

Once you have your credit score in hand talk to a bank manager about loans. Many banks will be able to help you or send you in the direction of help. If a poor credit loan is your only option you will need to proceed carefully.

 

If you would like to get to the bottom of your credit score, the Money Advice Service have compiled a very helpful guide - https://www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en/articles/how-to-check-your-credit-report

 

Choose Your Lender Wisely

Choosing a poor lender could end in higher interest rates and more fees. If your only option is a poor credit loan, ensure that you research at least five lenders and see how you can get the best rate from. Just because it is a poor credit loan does not mean you need to be robbed in the process.

 

The following video offers a number of top tips to help improve your credit score.

 

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