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When seeking financing through a loan, you are likely to come across the term collateral. A collateral includes a property or any kind of asset that is produced to the lender as a form of security for a loan. In the case that the borrower fails to meet the agreement of repayment, the collateral is acquired by the bank or lender. Collateral-based loans are indeed an easier way to qualify for financing as you assure the lender through the asset. They are also usually more affordable than loans without a collateral.
What is a collateral loan?
Collateral loans are commonly also known as secured loans. As a security, you can provide any asset such as a land, home, car or any kind of savings. This collateral essentially protects the interest of the lender in the case that you default. Also, when you borrow money against the value of your asset, it generates a boost for you to pay back your loan. The asset is voluntarily put up by the borrower and this means that it can still be held on to, while acting collateral.
How does it work?
A collateral loan is not very different in nature from other kinds of loans. For this loan as well, you have to apply with a financial institution or lender. There are several types of criteria that must be met as part of the application. Upon meeting all the given criteria such as age, employment status and more, the loan is approved. One also has to prove the value of their assets in order to be qualified.
Typically, the total amount of funds that can be availed depends upon the value of the asset. The bank will evaluate the value of the given property and render the loan amount based on the same. There is an agreement signed between the lender and the borrower during approval. It includes specifics on the term of the loan, the total number of monthly payments that have to be fulfilled and the money that must be paid during each installment.
A loan against property or a property mortgage loan are common types of collateral loans. In a case where the borrower fails to make the loan repayments and cannot fulfil the end payment, they may forfeit the loan to the lender or the bank. The lender uses the collateral as a way to recover the money from the borrower.
A collateral loan is a great option if you are comfortable with putting down your asset. If the idea is not as appealing and you are concerned of the risk involved, then an unsecured loan is a better way to go.
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