What is Secured Personal Loan? Pros and Cons? 

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A secured personal loan is backed, or “secured,” by a piece of collateral.

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Secured personal loans require collateral like a car, home, or savings account that the lender can claim if you default on the loan.

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 Common secured loans include auto loans, mortgages, and home equity loans, all backed by valuable assets as collateral.

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 Secured loans typically offer lower interest rates than unsecured loans due to reduced risk for lenders.

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 If you have poor credit, securing the loan with collateral increases your chances of approval.

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 Lenders may offer larger loan amounts with secured loans compared to unsecured ones, thanks to the collateral.

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 If you fail to repay a secured loan, the lender can seize your valuable asset, such as your car or home.

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Secured loans offer a solution for individuals with poor credit by offering lower rates and more lenient terms.

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Besides cars or homes, some lenders accept savings or investment accounts as collateral for secured loans.

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