check out the fine print before choosing 72 month motorcycle loans...
Looking for 72 month motorcycle loans? If you
are then the reasons you have for doing so may cost you in the long run!
The majority of people who enter the motorcycle buying process
look for a 72 month motorcycle loan for the purpose of lowering the monthly
payment of their motorcycle purchase. This is fine as far as it goes, but
the problem arises when the motorcycle loan you purchase is calculated using the
Rule of 78 method.
Many motorcycle lenders associate greater risk with a 72 month an
84 month terms and look to take advantage of motorcycle buyers with higher
interest rates and the Rule of 78 interest calculations.
The rule of 78 is bad news on motorcycle loans. It is a method
used by lenders supposedly to protect themselves against the long term loan
which forces the loan purchaser to pay off mostly interest in the first 36
months of the loan. Consequently, you are paying very little towards the
principal borrowing on your loan during the first 36 months. This can really
hurt you if you sell your motorcycle because you will likely find your
motorcycle is worth much less than you owe.
How likely are you to sell your motorcycle in the first 36 months
of the loan period? Only you know the answer to that, but if you buy motorcycles
at regular intervals, or you commute with your bike on a regular basis,
beware!
Bottom-line, if you want a 72 month term be sure to find a motorcycle lender
that uses simple interest. Simple interest calculations mean that you are paying
off your loan plus interest throught the period of the loan.
In addition, be wary of motorcycle lenders that have substantially higher
interest rates just because the term is longer. If you are forced to use a
motorcycle lender that charges a higher interest rate for longer terms, use your
credit history to negotiate a better interest rate.
It is highly recommended that before you apply for motorcycle financing you
fully understand your credit history. Get a copy of your credit
report from each of the three credit agencies (Equifax, Experian, Trans
Union). Understanding your credit will help you tremendously in negotiating a
better interest rate.
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