Will my credit score impact my loan application? As we’ve said before, individuals don’t have one universal credit rating. However, your loan provider will use their own scoring system to predict how likely you are to be a good customer. As every lender has their own scoring system, there’s no real way to know why you may be deemed a…
A credit score is a three-digit number used by lenders to help them decide how likely it is an applicant will pay back the money they borrow. Before we get started, it’s worth clarifying that you do not have one universal ‘credit score’. It’s true that most organisations will use similar factors to determine a customer’s credit score. However, every lender and…
Making the final decision For many people, a Debt Management Plan is an effective and smart solution if they can afford to pay at least $5 per month and can pay back existing debt within 10 years. It’s worth quickly reviewing the pros and cons. Pros Your monthly outgoings will be reduced. You only need to make one payment to…
A Debt Management Plan or DMP is a payment strategy agreed between you and your creditors. It enables you to pay back non-priority debts such as credit cards in a manageable way. Normally, the Debt Management Plan is managed by an agency or DMP provider, so you don’t have to deal directly with companies you owe money to. You pay…
There are many loan types for consumers such as secured, unsecured, lines of credit, home loans, etc. However, the majority of consumers opt for one of two options: known as short-term or personal loans. These are SACCs (Small Amount Credit Contract) and MACCs (Medium Amount Credit Contract). What is a SACC loan? A SACC loan is a regulated product under the National…
Home improvement loans Whether you’re looking for more space, or to spruce things up a little, a personal loan for home improvements could help turn your house into your forever home. Personal loans for home improvements With a Nationwide loan, you’ll: Get a no-obligation quote A personalised quote that won’t affect your credit rating. Have fixed monthly payments They won’t…
Looking after our credit is something we all need to keep on top of. If we don’t, we stand the chance of putting ourselves at risk of not being able to take out a loan when we really need it. Even something like buying a mobile phone or a sofa that is interest free could be hampered of you don’t…
A personal loan allows you to borrow money and pay it back in instalments over a fixed term. You’ll be charged a fixed rate of interest, which will be added to your repayments. Paying back the exact same amount each month helps to manage your outgoings and ensures you’re borrowing within your budget. Personal loans give you access to money…
Paying off your debt using a personal loan could give you the chance to take control of your finances. Managing your finances Paying off your debt using a loan could give you the chance to take control of your finances. Even if you’re only borrowing or repaying small amounts, it can be hard to: track interest rates and know the…
Whether you’re looking for more space, or to spruce things up a little, a personal loan for home improvements could help turn your house into your forever home. Personal loans for home improvements With a Nationwide loan, you’ll: Get a no-obligation quote A personalised quote that won’t affect your credit rating. Have fixed monthly payments They won’t change during the…