Payday loans offer fast cash with no credit checks for
relatively small finance fees. The important thing to remember
with rates is that you are only paying them for a few days, not
years. In the end, you should be paying fewer finance fees than
with a credit card or loan. However, if you roll over you payday
loan over several pay periods, your loan can get very expensive.
APR - A Comparison Tool
According to the US government, payday loan companies are
required to disclose the annual percentage rate (APR) of a loan
before you sign any agreements. While this makes sense for
long-term loans, a payday loan on average is paid off in 17 days.
While an APR doesn't tell you the true cost of the loan, it is a
helpful tool to compare lenders with. An APR is suppose to
include both fees and interest rates. By simply finding the
lowest APR, you will find the best rates on a cash advance.
Finance Fees
Finance fees come in the form of interest rates or flat fees.
Finance fees vary, but $15 for every $100 borrowed is average.
Some lenders waive part of the fee for first time borrowers, so
it pays to shop around.
Save On Fees
You can save on fees by paying your loan back as soon as
possible. Some lenders charge a finance fee by the day where
others charge for a pay period. Ideally, you want to pay your
loan on the first day you get your paycheck. Most online lenders
will automatically deduct both your cash advance amount and
finance fee.
If you can't pay the entire amount, then pay at least a small
portion of the principal. Call your lender and ask about rolling
over the loan to avoid any late fees. Don't bounce a check to
your lender as you will only rack up fees.
If you plan on using payday loans for several periods, a better
idea is to look into a credit card or line of credit. For long
term loans, you will find better rates than with a cash advance.
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