The Pros and Cons of Secured Loan UK

Author: alexawilsoon

The whole concept of secured loan in UK revolves round collateral. Collateral is a technical term which means the property that is used as security in a loan. Any property of significant money value has acceptance as collateral. However, in UK a home is most frequently used as collateral. Though secured loans in UK are offered against the equity available in a home, in special cases no or zero equity is also accepted.
Some people find it risky to take loans against their home. Being aware of the fact that they will have to lose their property if they fail to pay off the loan, they shrink back from taking secured loans. It cannot be denied that there is risk of property repossession in this type of loan. Yet, all people do not avoid taking them. Rather, plenty of people think of it as a cost-effective method of raising fund. In fact, there are genuine reasons behind the popularity of secured loans in UK.
First of all, it is a gainful bargain for the borrower. He gets the chance to undertake a major financial venture as this loan allows him to take out a hefty amount of money. He has the leverage to borrow as much as his home equity lets him to. Even in some cases he can borrow more than his home equity allows. There are lenders who sanctions loan amount of up to 125% LTV.
Besides, secured loans UK offer high level of flexibility in repayment terms. Longer duration of time to repay the loan, low APR, smaller monthly instalments are all awarded to the borrower. This is done as reciprocation to the gesture he shows by offering collateral. Moreover, the lender also gets the freedom to use the amount advanced by personal secured loan UK for a plethora of personal needs. So far the risk factor is concerned; all the flexibilities mentioned here are enough to back the borrower to easefully pay off the loan and avoid property repossession.

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