A Personal Loan In 8 Minutes.

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A personal loan is an unsecured amount of money taken from banks or licensed lenders to support your needs. You don’t need any collateral to get this type of loan. This means that the lender does not possess the right to seize your assets when you cannot pay back the loan.

You can use a personal loan for various reasons such as weddings, medical and family emergencies, etc. 

There are many reasons why you might need a personal loan in Singapore. Although it is often negatively associated with loan sharks and vices, that is not always the case.  It can be a useful source of funds, especially during emergencies.

For instance, you may take a personal loan to fund your planned life events, such as a wedding, home renovation, or even a family vacation. A personal loan can also help you pay off your educational bills.  It is also crucial to tide you over difficult times such as emergencies or paying for unexpected medical bills. You may also take out personal loans to pay off your credit card bills. A personal loan simply comes in handy to support your financial needs.

With so many personal loans offered in Singapore from banks and private lenders, it might seem so hard to choose the right one for your needs. Moreover, there are various things that you need to consider before taking up a personal loan. First, you must ask yourself if there is really a need to apply. And, if there’s a need for urgent cash, such as for your unexpected medical bills, you must consider four important factors.

One of these factors is interest rates which affect the total cost you’ll have to pay for the loan. The higher the interest rate, the higher the total cost that you need to repay. So, it is essential to shop around for the best rate before applying. At Crawfort, we offer an interest rate starting from 1.8% per annum. 

When taking up a personal loan, you have to ensure that you have the ability to repay the loan.  The total cost of the personal loan includes the principal amount, the interest, and any administrative fees. Be sure to calculate the interest payable beforehand to work out the total costs of borrowing. Also, remember that each late repayment will incur additional late fees. If you’re planning to borrow from a licensed moneylender, make sure that you have checked that the late fee must not exceed S$60 and 4% per month for late interest.

Another important factor you must take into consideration is the loan tenure. It refers to the amount of time you are given to repay a personal loan. Your chosen loan tenure will affect the instalment amount, interest, and total costs. So, make sure that you can comfortably meet your chosen loan tenure before taking the loan. Also, remember that the frequency of repayment depends on the terms of your loan contract. At Crawfort, you may choose a weekly repayment plan, a biweekly repayment plan, or a monthly repayment plan.

This might seem obvious, but you need to match the lender’s eligibility criteria in order to take up a personal loan. Among the common criteria to qualify for a personal loan in Singapore is that you must be at least 21 years old. Also, most banks require you to have an annual income of at least S$30,000. If you can’t meet that annual income, don’t worry, there are licensed moneylenders, like Crawfort, that have less stringent criteria.

Applying for a personal loan in Singapore is simple. Many lenders provide online applications. Getting instant approval is also easy, especially with licensed moneylenders. At Crawfort, you may complete the personal loan application in just 3 simple steps. There’s no minimum monthly income required, and with our tech-enabled algorithm, it will just take 8 minutes to get your personal loan approved. 

If you are borrowing from banks, do take note that their standard annual income requirement is at least S$30,000. This may also vary depending on your citizenship. There is a much higher income requirement for foreigners compared to Singaporean and Permanent Residents. Also, if you need to borrow a higher amount or about 6 times your monthly income, you need to have an annual income of at least $120,000.

However, with licensed money lenders, you can borrow even if your annual income is lower than S$30,000. In addition, they have less stringent requirements than banks. All that is required is your proof of income such as the latest payslip, CPF contribution, or income tax statement.