Short term loans

Written by Andrew Freelander
Published on 6th September 2022
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What is a short term loan?

A short term loan is one that is usually expected to be paid back in a year or less. Short term loans are usually used for minor cash flow issues or unexpected circumstances, in a situation where you need cash fast.

What if I miss a payment / am struggling to pay my loan?

If you miss a payment on your loan or are worried you won’t be able to make your next payment, it’s best to contact the company that your loan is with straight away. If you’re at all concerned about your financial situation we suggest contacting the Money Helper. They're free to call on 0800 011 3797 and if you're unable to call for any reason they also offer an online chat service.

Andrew Freelander
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Andrew Freelander
Take Control Author at Choose Wisely

Andrew joined Choose Wisely 5 years ago, originally working in a design capacity to make sure the website was simple to use. Most notably he worked with the Consumer Finance Association to design the comparison table of choice for High-Cost Short Term Finance products.