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Common Mistakes Borrowers Make When Searching For A Loan
Regardless of what category of borrower you fall into (personal or business) or what kind of loan you are seeking to obtain (auto, home, refinancing, etc.) there are some common mistakes to avoid. You may be asking yourself questions like:
- Where can I find reliable market and loan information?
- How will I choose a quality lender?
- Can I shop for alternative providers?
- How can I compare my options?
The bottom line every borrower is trying to reach with these questions is how to secure the funding you need while trying to avoid paying too much for your loan. So how do you do it? The only way to achieve a successful loan application with approval and keep from paying too much for your loan is to educate yourself and research your options. You must exhaust your resources; research some more, and then, research again.
For business owners, the questions become even more complicated. In addition to the questions mentioned above, you should be asking yourself:
- What is my competitive advantage?
- How can I stand out to lenders?
- Are there specific lenders who specialize in my business?
- Is there financing available for me?
And finally, most specifically, if you are a funeral home owner seeking a funeral home loan, you will also need to find out:
- Which underwriter can I work with who has experience in the funeral home loan application process?
Again, you are trying to avoid common mistakes that most loan borrowers make. You don't want to pay too much, you want to maximize your chances for approval, and ultimately, you want to enter into a loan agreement that you can realistically manage and repay in the allotted amount of time.
Don't be fooled. Most lenders are fully aware and will take full advantage of the fact that they know much more than their borrowers. They know more about the process, the funds available, the room for negotiation (or lack thereof) and to put it simply, they know they have the upper hand.
Be careful of lenders who use the tactic of "low-balling". Of course they will not advertise that they do this, but be aware that many, if not most, will try to do some degree of this throughout the loan application process. Make sure you get to the truth the bottom line about what the realistic loan and terms will include for your specific needs and situation.
When applying for a funeral home loan, there can also be added disadvantages. Why? Because of the extremely specialized market and terms that are required, there are lenders who focus solely on funeral home loans and therefore, the market can be very limited. In other words, if you are in the funeral home business and seeking financing through a funeral home loan for good reason, you will have a good chance at receiving the money you need to build your business. Just remember to ask yourself the proper questions, seek out the answers from quality sources, and put your best foot forward.