Basic requirements when applying for a loan consist of the following:
- A valid driver's license, check with financial institutions regarding other acceptable identifications. Be 18 yrs. of age or older.
- Full-time employment or a guaranteed fixed income. Proof of Income, Check stubs or bank statements for cash jobs. Self employment or Small business owners may be required to provide additional requirements.
- Recent proof address.(less than 30 days) Utility bill, bank statement, mailed document.
Financing Options
You have two financing options: direct lending or dealership financing.
(Direct Lending)
In direct lending, you get a loan directly from a bank, finance company, or credit union. You agree to pay, over a period of time, the amount financed, plus a finance charge. Once you enter into a contract with a dealership to buy a vehicle, you use the loan from the direct lender to pay for the vehicle.
Direct lending may offer you:
- Comparisons. You have the chance to shop around and ask several lenders directly about their credit terms before you agree to buy a specific vehicle.
- Credit terms in advance. By getting financing before you buy the vehicle, you will know your rate and other terms when you are shopping.
(Dealership Financing)
In dealership financing, another common type of vehicle financing, you get financing through the dealership. You and a dealer enter into a contract where you buy a vehicle and agree to pay, over a period of time, the amount financed plus a finance charge. The dealer may retain the contract, but typically sells it to a bank, finance company or credit union, called an assignee, that services the account and collects your payments.
Dealership financing may offer you:
- Convenience. Dealers offer vehicles and financing in one location and may have extended hours, like evenings and weekends.
- Multiple financing options. The dealer’s relationships with a variety of banks and finance companies may mean it can offer you a range of financing choices.
- Special programs. Dealers sometimes offer manufacturer-sponsored, low-rate or incentive programs to buyers. The programs may be limited to certain vehicles or may have special requirements, like a larger down payment or shorter contract length (36 or 48 months). These programs might require a strong credit rating; check to see if you qualify.
Remember: Shop around before you make a decision about buying or leasing. Consider offers from different dealers and several sources of financing, including banks, credit unions, and finance companies. Comparison shopping is the best way to find both the vehicle and the finance or lease terms that best suit your needs
