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Everything You Need to Know About Payday Loans

Are you considering a payday loan? If so, be very careful. Payday Loans, often called advance loans, check advance loans, or deferred deposit loans, come with a very high interest rate and are very expensive. Payday loans should be your last resort if you need to borrow money. But, if you need money to meet a short-term cash crunch, a payday loan might be what you need.

Payday Loans are usually secured by a personal check to the lender for the amount that the borrower wishes to borrow… plus a fee. The borrower gets the amount of the check less the fee and the fee is based on the amount that is borrowed. If you extend Payday Loans for a longer period than originally agreed upon, you will pay additional fees for each extension.

Like all Lenders, the institutions that issue payday loans are required by law to disclose the costs involved in the loan. Pay close attention to the finance charge and the annual percentage rate. Make sure that you shop around to get the best deal that suits your own needs, and if the interest rates are very high, you should try to only borrow the minimum amount you need and make every effort to repay it as quickly as possible.

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Payday Loans FAQs
  • What is a payday loan?
    A payday loan is a short-term loan that's extended until your next payday. Repayment of the loan is made through an authorized automatic withdrawal set up at the time of the loan.
  • When do I have to repay a payday loan?
    Most payday loans are due the pay period after you make the loan - typically no less than 7 days and no more than 18 days. You can normally pay off payday loans early.
  • Do I need collateral to get a payday loan?
    No. Your job and your paycheck serve as your collateral.