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What are the Risks to taking out a Loan?
Few things in life are without risk and It is certainly true that if you are unable to keep up the repayments on a loan of either description then your assets are at risk whether or not the loan was originally secured against you property or not. As your house is your greatest and most valuable asset then this is where any creditor would look to recoup their money. In most cases where you run into financial difficulty the lenders will enter into 'An Arrangement' with you whereby your payments are lowered or frozen for a while. Repossession or court action is a last resort and costly for the lenders especially as in most cases any financial difficulties are only short term. Wherever you can take out repayment protection this will cover you for most instances of short-term financial difficulty.

Secured vs. Unsecured loans, Which is better?
Unsecured loans are generally for smaller amounts than Secured over shorter periods. While, this is not always the case it certainly is true that they are harder to get. Nearly all unsecured lenders use a Credit Score or Points Score system. These will generally filter the applicants for the lender giving them a sophisticated way of reaching their target client. Most Unsecured lenders are looking for a very similar client and if you are declined by one then you may find this the case with a number of others.

The Secured Lenders generally offer more flexibility;

• Longer loan periods
• More flexible underwriting
• Sympathetically considering mortgage arrears and defaults
• Generally for any purpose

Fixed vs. Variable Rates
It is possible to fix rates and this way you will know exactly what the repayment will be for the period that has been fixed for. This is a great help for budgeting but you could lose out if interest rates go down. Not all lenders will fix rates and even if they do check how long the fixed period is for.

What if I have Financial Difficulties?
As soon as it becomes evident that you are in financial difficulty it is wise to contact the lender to discuss the problem. Whilst, they clearly want to receive their payments it is far better to keep them informed of your position than just to ignore them. Most will listen sympathetically and make an alternative arrangement. It is important that whatever arrangement you enter in to that you keep to it so first make sure you will be able to do so before agreeing. Always check to see if you a repayment protection policy that might cover you in respect of the cause of your financial difficulties.