No matter what sort of loan you have, it is vital that you are in a position to pay the loan off. You shouldn’t take out a loan unless you are confident that you will be able to pay the loan off in full. Situations can arise that cause problems when it comes to finance but on the whole, you should always have a clear plan in place for paying off any loan that you have.
This is the case for all loans, regardless of how much the loan is for, how much interest you have to pay or how many payments you have to make. While there has been a great level of focus on loans in recent times due to payday loans, it is important to know that these loans need to be paid back just like any other. It is only because the sums of money involved with paying back a guarantor loan are higher, in relative terms, that this style of loan is singled out.
Like most things in life, the more options you have available to you, the more likely you will be able to do something. This is very much the case when it comes to paying back a loan, and the payment options are worth examining when looking for a loan. Some firms provide a number of payment options, while some companies will offer limited options. If you have a preferred way to pay, you need to make sure that you choose a loan company or lender that provides you with this payment option.
Some of the most common and popular ways to pay off a loan include:
- Direct Debit
- Standing Order
- Online
Direct Debit
There is a lot to be said for a Direct Debit being the simplest option, and for many people, this means it is the best option. This will be organised by the company that provides the funding and the loan will be for the same amount of money on the same day every month. You shouldn’t have to worry about making the right payment that is all taken care of for you.
The only thing you need to worry about is making sure that you have enough funds in your bank to make the payment. With this in mind, it can be helpful to arrange the Direct Debit to come off of your account just after you have been paid.
If there are insufficient funds in your account when the Direct Debit is due to be taken, payment will not be transferred to the lender and your bank will likely charge you a fee. This means that your financial issues can quickly grow if you miss out on a payment.
Standing Order
A lot of people think that a Standing Order is pretty much the same as a Direct Debit, but there are a number of differences which may make it more attractive to you. Basically, this style of lean is set up by you, the person who has received the loan and who is paying it back, as opposed to being set up by the lender. You arrange the payment and you have the ability to cancel or amend it at any point.
However, if you make changes to your standing order and it leads to insufficient money being presented to the lender, you could find yourself in trouble. Also, if you have insufficient funds to pay for a Standing Order, you will likely find that you will be in trouble with the lender and that your bank will charge you a fee.
Online
Given that the internet is an increasing presence in people’s lives these days, it is no surprise that many people would prefer to make payments online. This isn’t an option afforded by all payday loan companies, but it is one that many people would be comfortable with.
There is a convenience factor associated with paying online but you have to remember to pay every month and on time. This may be an issue that some people have, but for other people, having the option to pay online will be of benefit and interest.
There may even be some loan firms that allow you to pay via a PayPoint store or via telephone. No matter which option you decide upon, it is important that you pay your guarantor loan on time and in full.
Andrew Reilly is a freelance writer with a focus on news stories and consumer interest articles. He has been writing professionally for 9 years but has been writing for as long as he can care to remember. When Andrew isn’t sat behind a laptop or researching a story, he will be found watching a gig or a game of football.
