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5 Key Factors To Consider When Looking For Motorbike Loans

Announcement posted by Loan Place Group 27 May 2015

Make Sure You Get The Very Best Motorbike Loan By Using Our Loan Checklist

There’s plenty to think about when choosing a motorbike loan. To make sure that you get the best loan for your individual circumstances here’s my checklist of the 5 Key Factors To Consider When Looking For Motorbike Loans.

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1. Interest Rates

Rates are the main yardstick that people use when comparing loans. I prefer to think of them as being like a headline in a newspaper. They grab your attention but don’t necessarily tell you the entire story. The interest rate is going to play a big part in determining the cost of your loan so it’s a good place to start but don’t fall into the trap of thinking that the rate is the only element to consider.

2. Fees

Fees are another factor that will directly impact on your cost of borrowing. They’re not displayed as prominently as interest rates but you need to find out what fees apply and how much they are before proceeding with a loan. Beware of being lured in by attractive headline rates only to find out that the deal involves high set up and ongoing account keeping fees.

3. Loan Security

Most loans involve the lender using the motorbike that you buy as security. In other words, the bank or finance company have some rights over the motorbike which could potentially allow them to repossess it if you were to break your agreement and miss your loan repayments.

When it comes to selling or trading in your motorbike a secured type loan needs to be paid off in full before the sale can be finalised. If you want the flexibility of an unsecured loan expect to pay a higher rate for the privilege.

4. Loan Inclusions

Make sure to check that the loan will cover everything that you want it to. Most Banks and Finance Companies will limit how much they lend against the value of the motorbike. So if you’re planning on including apparel and accessories or maybe the cost of an extended warranty in the loan, check out whether the lender will be prepared to include this for you. Otherwise you could be left with an unexpected bill to pay!

5. Early Termination

If you think that you may want to occasionally pay extra off your loan or if you’re planning to pay the loan off early with a lump sum, make sure to check beforehand that your loan allows you to do this. If your loan does provide this flexibility check out if there are there any costs associated with it.

Find the Best Motorbike Loans

Using the tools and resources at LoanPlace.com.au and working with a Qualified Finance Broker can help you to find the very best motorbike loans for your individual circumstances.