Is A Loan Right For You?

When does it make financial sense to take out a loan? If you want to purchase a house or even a business then applying for a loan makes sense. Most Americans do not necessarily have cash on hand for such large purchases, so taking out a loan may be the only option.

But are there other times when it’s financially beneficial to take out a loan? The short answer is yes, but that answer comes with a lot of caveats.

• Is the loan in the form of a high-interest credit card? If so, the answer is no. However, emergencies arise, and without a sizable emergency fund, you may be forced into using this as a fallback.

• Is the loan for something frivolous? If you plan on using the loan to purchase a $1,500 Prada handbag then obviously the answer is no.

• Is the loan for a lasting benefit? In this case, the answer is probably yes. Getting a loan to make home improvements or for furthering your education often carries a long term return. The only caveat here is to make sure that the school is accredited and the student is serious, and that the home repair or remodel has a value commensurate to or greater than the loan amount. In order to ensure that this loan is a smart move, you need to make sure that the improvements will add value to your home.

• Will the loan be used to establish a new, positive credit history? It’s a catch 22; young adults who need credit frequently can’t get credit till they have credit. One solution is a low-dollar personal loan paid back within a short period with all payments made on time.

There’s less consensus on whether it makes sense to take out a loan for a wedding or a vacation. If you are having a hard time deciding whether or not you should get the loan then you really need to sit down and think hard about the long term benefit.

For some, a wedding is of such cultural, social or family significance that the loan is worthwhile. Vacations can also add value if you take the trip for research or language immersion. Trips like this could have long-term professional benefits because of the language and culture knowledge that is gained.

By: Haley Madison

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