When it comes to taking out commercial finance then a finance broker has many advantages over going it alone. When considering a loan then a lot of thought has to be given to it and you have to understand the technical jargon that comes with the finance. Not only can a broker get you the best deal but they are also able to give you information and advice on the different aspects of the loan.
One of the first things a finance broker can go through with you is the type of loan you are wishing to take. The choices are a fixed rate of interest, a variable, a repayment or interest only loan. There are both advantages and disadvantages to all and you have to decide which is suitable for your needs. Of course these are only just a few of the factors that have to be taken into account when looking for finance.
A fixed rate loan will come with a slightly higher rate of interest but this rate will of course remain fixed for a period of time. This is excellent when it comes to sorting your monthly budget. However, when the fixed period has ended then it will go over to a variable rate and the repayments can shoot up drastically. A loan of this type will usually incur early redemption fees which mean that if you pay off the loan early it will cost you a lump sum of money. However if you choose to go with a finance broker they will search out lenders who offer this type of loan without the fees.
The variable rate loan will be based on the Bank of England base rate and as such when this changes so will the rate of interest attached to your loan. If the interest rate is low then this is to your advantage, however if it shoots up then so do your repayments. The variable rate will only really work out for you if the Bank of England base rates are low. There are good and points to both and the broker will be able to give you all the advice needed to determine which way to go.
A finance broker can also help when it comes to deciding whether to take out a repayment loan or an interest only loan. If you choose to take out an interest only then you will only pay back the interest that has incurred on the loan. However at the end of the period of the loan you will be left with the lump sum which you originally borrowed, which will have to be repaid in full. Lenders will usually ask for proof that you have the means of repaying this amount before they will ok the loan. The repayment loan will take the monthly repayments you make and take off a little of both the interest and the capitol. This means that at the end of the period of the loan you will have paid in full the amount you borrowed. The rate of interest you pay will normally be higher than that of the interest only loan.
Sean Horton is a Director of Enhanced Wealth, a uk commercial mortgage broker and IFA specialising in mortgage advice and the associated areas of income protection, mortgage protection, and mortgage life cover.
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