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Don’t Make These Mistakes with Your Payday Loan

Published on December 31st, 2014

Payday loan can get a pretty bad rap. However, if an individual uses the loan wisely and pays it back in a timely manner, a payday loan can be extremely useful in times of need.

Here are some mistakes to avoid to ensure you have a positive experience with your payday loan:

1. Borrowing more than you need. It may be tempting to take out the maximum amount of money the lender will allow, but resist that temptation! The more you take out, you will have to pay more in interest, making it more difficult to repay by the due date. Take out the amount you will absolutely need and you will avoid paying more interest fees and accumulating debt.

2. Taking out multiple loans at a time. Some states have set limits on the number of loans an individual can take out at a given time, but others do not. Just like with borrowing more than you need, taking out several loans at once will put you at risk for failing to repay them by the due date. It can also be quite difficult to keep track of multiple loans, so stick to one at a time to keep your finances under control.

3. Avoiding lenders when you are unable to repay the loan. Circumstances may arise where you cannot pay your loan back by the repayment due date. If this is the case, your lender may try to contact you. Do not ignore them! Interest will continue adding up, and you can be certain that you will be paying that loan back one way or another, so it is best to confront the situation right away before you owe an astronomical amount of interest.

If you have questions about taking out a payday loan, contact Short Term Loans. Our representatives can explain the entire loan process and terms to ensure you understand what your responsibilities are. Call us at 1-888-556-2722.

 

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