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"A good loan will always have a lower interest rate and fewer fees. Comparing these two factors is the quickest way to figure out if a loan is good or not. But there are other factors too. Like length. A short term loan will cost you less because you repay it faster. But your monthly repayments will be higher. The average Australian personal loan is around $10,000. If you paid that off in 3 years with a 16% interest rate you'd pay $2,657 in interest. If you repaid it in 3 years you'd pay $1,752. It's a good idea to use a loan calculator to work out your actual costs before applying."

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Loans for your wedding

A wedding loan is an innovative type of loan that allows you to fund different aspects of your wedding. Weddings can cost in upwards of $50,000, so having a personal loan to help finance some or all of your special day can come in handy. These type of loans usually come in the form of an unsecured personal loan or line of credit.

How to use a boat loan

If you’re looking to purchase a boat you can secure financing through a boat loan. These loans work similarly to car loans in that you can choose to attach your newly-purchased boat as a guarantee to enjoy lower rates, or you can take out an unsecured personal loan so its less of a risk on your part.

Loans for cosmetic surgery

Cosmetic surgery is becoming more commonplace these days, but it is still an expensive endeavour for the majority of people. Cosmetic surgery loans are usually unsecured personal loans or specially-designed loans from medical lenders. You can use the loan amount to finance the surgery, plane tickets to and from your hospital destination, or to help tide you over while you are in recovery.

Pay for your next holiday away

Holiday loans are another financing option you have available to you. If you find your savings insufficient to fund your next holiday, you can look at a holiday loan to purchase your ticket, book your hotel, or even just have some extra spending money. Holiday loans are available as fixed or variable rate loans, with some offering repayment terms of up to seven years.

Get a loan for a jetski

If you’ve ever dreamed of getting a jet ski, you probably weren’t dreaming about the price tag. Jet skis can cost anywhere between $10,000 and $15,000, so some people choose to take out a jet ski loan to help them make their purchase. Jet ski loans are, again, similar to car loans and can be in secured or unsecured, fixed or variable, all depending on your preferences and needs.

What is dealer finance?

This is a type of loan that is offered directly through the car dealership where you purchase your vehicle. You may find the interest on these loans to be higher or lower than other personal or car loans depending on the residual balloon payment you’ll be paying at the end of the term.

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Richard Whitten is Finder’s Money Editor, with over seven years of experience in home loans, property and personal finance. His insights appear in top media outlets like Yahoo Finance, Money Magazine, and the Herald Sun, and he frequently offers expert commentary on television and radio, helping Australians navigate mortgages and property ownership. Richard holds multiple industry certifications, including a Certificate IV in Mortgage Broking (RG 206) and Tier 1 and Tier 2 certifications (RG 146), as well as a Graduate Certificate in Communications from Deakin University. See full bio

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    JenniferFebruary 3, 2025

    I am a carer and looking fort getting my car fixed and registered where are loans for carers

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      SarahFebruary 4, 2025Finder

      Hi Jennifer,

      Your eligibility for a personal loan depends on your income, debts and credit score. You can learn more about personal loans in this guide. Depending on your circumstances, you may also be eligible for a 0% interest personal loan for up to $3000 for essential costs like rent and bills, through Good Shepherd. Hope this helps!

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    AlanNovember 30, 2024

    Would like to know how much is outstanding on all loans

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      AngusDecember 2, 2024Finder

      Hi Alan, We’re a comparison site – if you want to check your own loan balance, you’ll need to contact your lenders directly.

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    jenniferJune 17, 2024

    Hi there. Do you have Landlord insurance?

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    ChaiteeJune 14, 2024

    Hi I have a first home which is under name of me and my husband name. our home loan $415000 at the moment , we are paying $588 weekly for home loan. Our home value is $810000 as per present market value. We are looking for another investment property. How to Know our borrowing capacity.

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      SarahJune 17, 2024Finder

      Hi Chaitee,

      You can use this borrowing power calculator to get a rough guide – add in any expected rent you would get on the investment property, and add your current home loan to the field that requests “other loans”.

      This will give you a general guide, but if you want a more accurate assessment, your best bet is to reach out to a bank or mortgage broker to see what your options are.

      Hope this helps!

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    CeciliaJune 10, 2024

    May I get 2500 loan to pay one owe .
    Is money one friend lend mr and I need pay with any urgency is it possible

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