I am Looking for a Loan How Can I Avoid Scams

It seems like every time I open my e-mail or do an internet search there is a scam.  It is so frustrating to apply for a job that is a scam or loose money to something that isn’t legitimate.  Therefore, when I decided to look for a loan I wanted to make sure it was on a secure and protected site that is valid.

Recently my spouse and I decided to go on a credit diet.  Our debt is not uncomfortable but we are living paycheck to paycheck, and we realized that if something happened to one of our incomes we would end up bankrupt with in a matter of months.  Therefore, we both decided to stop using our department store cards and look for a personal loan to pay off and consolidate the debt we already have.  The rates on cards are very high and our payments make very little difference but if we consolidate it will be at a lower rate and a lower monthly payment.  We will be able to pay more than what our required payment is and get our debt paid off quicker.

Now that we have committed to paying off our debt we feel like a huge weight has been lifted from our burdens and we are excited to be debt free.  It’s good to know there is a site that can help us find a legitimate loan to help us succeed.

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7 Responses to “I am Looking for a Loan How Can I Avoid Scams”

  1. Jodie on April 16th, 2009 4:29 am

    You do need to be careful when you are looking for a consolidation loan because there are some unscrupulous people who will scam you. If you need this type of loan then it’s probably better to go to a company that a friend has recommended.

  2. Tiffany on April 16th, 2009 4:30 am

    Credit card debt can be crippling and if you have more than one card then it makes sense to go for a consolidation loan to pay off your debts. Make sure that you take a good look around at what’s on offer or get a friend to recommend a company.

  3. Martine on April 16th, 2009 4:32 am

    The present financial crisis has meant that many people are looking to pay off their debts. As you say it’s not so bad while you are both working but if one of you should lose your job it would be a lot harder to make ends meet.

  4. Josie on April 16th, 2009 4:34 am

    I’d heard the warnings that there were some scam loans out there. It makes you wonder whether you should use the internet at all. Glad that you got what you needed in the end as clearing your debt can reduce your stress levels.

  5. Louise on April 16th, 2009 4:35 am

    I think it’s a good idea to try and pay off your debts while you are both working as it could be a lot harder later this year. The current crisis could mean that it will be harder to get loans than it has been in the past.

  6. Rosemary on April 16th, 2009 4:36 am

    I was interested to read your post as I have been thinking of consolidating my own debt. I am really worried that I could lose my job and not be able to make any of these payments. Thanks for the info.

  7. Julia on April 16th, 2009 4:38 am

    I’ve heard quite a bit about debt consolidation arrangements but have always been put off until I read your post. I hope that I’m as lucky as you when it comes to getting a loan to pay off my debts.

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