Types of Personal Loans
Most personal loans are unsecured with fixed payments. But there are other types of personal loans, including secured and variable-rate loans. The type of loan that works best for you depends on factors including your credit score and how much time you need to repay the loan. 1. Unsecured personal loans- This common type of personal loan isn't backed by collateral, such as your home or car, making them riskier for lenders, which may charge a slightly higher annual percentage rate or APR. The APR is your total cost of borrowing and includes the interest rate and any fees. 2. Secured personal loans - These loans are backed by collateral, which can be seized by the lender if you default on the loan. Examples of other secured loans include mortgages (secured by your house) and car loans (secured by your car title). Some banks, credit unions, and online lenders offer secured personal loans , where you can borrow against your car, personal savings, or another a...