Apply for a loan with Solent Credit Union |
Advantages of a loan from Solent Credit Union Loans can be applied for by any member, once they have been saving regularly for three months The maximum loans are very flexible - you can borrow small or large amounts over different periods Our interest rate is fixed - so if bank interest rates change, your repayments will remain the same Interest is charged only on the amount still to be repaid - not on the full amount of the loan There are no arrangement, setup or hidden fees You may be able to pay the loan off early, in which case there would be no charges Loans can be for a variety of purposes, such as holidays, car repairs, new appliances or to spread the cost of Christmas The interest rate is just 1% or 2% per month (12.68% APR26.8% APR) depending on your circumstances, which are very competitive rates, especially for smaller loans Loans are automatically covered by life insurance if you die under the age of 65 Loans covered by shares are automatically approved. Link to Loan Frequently Asked Questions Affordable Loans - Regular savers can apply for loans for a wide variety of purposes. The interest rate on loans is just 1 or 2% per month. ( 12.68% 0r 26.8% APR ) Pay Off that credit card bill! |
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The maximum first loan you can apply for is the value of your shares if (the amount you have saved) plus £500 repayable over one year, or £500 if your share balance is less that £200.
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Comparing credit optionsYou can compare the total cost of the loan by comparing the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) charged on the loan. A loan which has a 13% APR is cheaper than a loan which has a 20% APR. |
Cost of a £500 loan over 0ne year |
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Solent Credit |
Solent Credit |
A Loan |
A Doorstep |
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Annual percentage rate |
12.7% |
26.8% |
41.2% |
282.7% |
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Weekly Repayments |
£10.22 |
£10.84 |
£11.43 |
£18.12 |
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Total repayment |
£531.16 |
£563.53 |
£594.24 |
£941.93 |
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Total interest charged |
£31.16 |
£63.53 |
£94.24 |
£441.93 |
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