Bad Credit - You Can Still Qualify For A Loan Word Count: 541 Summary: When it comes time to get the cash you need to be able to buy that thing you need, or to pay off those bills, bad credit does not have to stand in the way. Many lenders are now looking to provide money even to those with damaged credit. Here are some things you need to know about the kind of loans you can still get. Qualifications While it is possible to get a loan with bad credit, the lender will still need to see some things before the loan will be given. Basically, ... Keywords: loans, bad, credit, adverse, poor, history, amount, secured, apply, qualify, payday, check Article Body: When it comes time to get the cash you need to be able to buy that thing you need, or to pay off those bills, bad credit does not have to stand in the way. Many lenders are now looking to provide money even to those with damaged credit. Here are some things you need to know about the kind of loans you can still get. Qualifications While it is possible to get a loan with bad credit, the lender will still need to see some things before the loan will be given. Basically, they will want proof that you have some way to make the required payments. In order to be sure of this, you will need to provide the usual identification, proof of address, and proof of employment. They will be looking for how much you are making now in order to determine how much to give. If you do not have enough income, obviously that will either mean no loan, or a smaller loan. What Kinds Are Available? Just about any kind of loan is available for those with bad credit. From personal loans, to loans for cars and even mortgages are available if you have bad credit. As far as houses go, some lenders will lend to people whose credit rating is above 500. Other loans, such as for motorcycles, or refinancing for cars, can also be obtained with bad credit. Student loans are available, too. What Is The Difference? Lenders have pretty much calculated just how much is at risk when someone has a certain credit rating. This means that they will automatically assign a certain increase in interest and some other fees depending on the credit rating and size of the loan - as well as for the purpose. What this boils down to is that you will pay a considerably higher interest rate - but that is only the beginning. Limitations will also be given on the loan size, as well as the length of time that you will be given to repay it. Are Better Deals Obtainable? Yes, you can get a better deal with time. If you can wait on a larger loan, it would be a real good idea to build your credit in the mean time. By taking out small loans that can be repaid quickly, you can build your credit rating, and then go for the larger loans later that have better interest rates and longer repayment periods. By going this route, you have opportunity to save thousands of dollars for a large loan than you would if you got the loan now with your bad credit rating. The best deal is the one where you pay the least amount of interest and still have low payments, too. Watch out for any penalties that could be given if you pay off the loan early. Many lenders do not have these so be sure to look around for a good deal. By working to pay it off early, you have the ability to save even more in interest. In order to come away with the best deal, you will need to do some comparison-shopping and get quotes from several lenders. Be sure to compare the overall cost as well as the interest rates.