How to Get a Line of Credit
What it is
| At a Glance | |
|---|---|
| Loan Type: | Personal |
| Lender: | Bank |
| Secured: | No |
A line of credit is a loan in which a borrower is approved for instant access to a certain amount of money that is kept in a line of credit bank account. Lines of credit offer flexible financing for a variety of different borrowers and are attractive to different people for different reasons. Usually lines of credit can be obtained for amounts anywhere from $5,000 to $50,000 and offer very competitive interest rates based on prime rates. The flexible options provide borrowers with total financial control.
People who obtain lines of credit for new furniture or decorating, renovating a home, buying a new car, going on a vacation, education, and many other opportunities. People with lines of credits can access their money through a line of credit check, cash withdrawals and branches or ATMs, or cash transfers via the Internet or telephone banking. Lines of credit typically have fixed payments and a fixed interest rate. Borrowers choose how much they would like to pay each month, as little as three percent or $50, whichever is cheaper. People can pay "interest only" when the line of credit is secured with the equity of a home.
Who it's for
A line of credit is for borrowers who want the ultimate in flexibility. Once a line of credit has been opened, borrowers can access the full credit limit of the loan right away. Once, the borrowers pay off the credit, they can access the full amount again. Borrowers who like easy access to their money will also want a line of credit. They can access their funds through the telephone, the Internet and ATMs.
What you need to do to apply
In order to obtain a line of credit, interested applicants will need to contact a local lending institution and inquire about the different options and rates available. Personal and financial history, including a credit report, will need to be made available to the lending institution. An appraisal of a property may be required.
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