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5 rules for proper loan repayment

First and foremost, when taking out a loan, you should think not about how to spend the money, but about how to repay the borrowed amount. To do this, before taking on any credit obligations, you must determine whether such a financial burden fits your budget

1. Stick to the repayment schedule
First of all, you should carefully review the payment schedule and try to stick to it as much as possible – mark the payment dates in your calendar. Conduct a detailed analysis of your income and expenses. You can manage your finances and record the results monthly. You can also download the mobile app to track your income and expenses.

2. Minimize unnecessary expenses.
It is important to understand that without cutting certain expenses, you cannot repay the loan, as loan payments are also an essential part of your budget.
Analyze all your income and expenses, keeping only the essentials (e.g., transportation costs).
Identify what can be temporarily cut to prioritize faster loan repayment. This also includes giving up expensive habits (alcohol, cigarettes, dining out with colleagues, etc.).
Remember, these are only temporary strict measures that will help you become debt-free.

3. Add 10%!
Early repayment of the loan really helps to save on overpayments. You should not save for early repayment in order to pay off the loan all at once. It is better to add a small amount to your payment every month.
If you add at least 10% to your monthly payment, you will be able to close the loan faster and save on overpayments.

4. Create a financial cushion
A financial cushion is money for emergencies. It's impossible to predict what might happen — job loss, health issues, or other force majeure. To ensure you don't miss future loan payments, a safety net is essential.
In this case, your financial cushion should equal at least 6 months of your total expenses (including loan payments). В данному случае размер финансовой подушки должен быть равен, как минимум, вашим 6-месячным общим расходам (включая платежи по кредиту). To do this, you can open an online deposit and send a certain amount to it on a monthly basis.

Important! You should set aside money for this reserve as soon as you receive income, not after spending it. Регулярный взнос, пусть даже и небольшой суммы (около 10% зарплаты), в такую копилку, поможет собрать довольно существенную сумму с течением времени

5. Avoid delinquencies!
Do not miss any loan payments to avoid penalties on your monthly amount. Always make your payment a couple of days before the due date to ensure it arrives on time. If the due date falls on a weekend or holiday, pay in advance.
To avoid issues, not only remember the deadline but also prepare the necessary amount beforehand.
We recommend setting a reminder or marking payment dates on your calendar.

Important! Keep your loan agreement and payment schedule. Before signing, you have the right to take the document home for review and ask the staff questions about any unclear terms.

Why is proper loan repayment important?
Delinquencies negatively impact your credit history. Missing payments ruins your credit score, which can negatively affect your ability to get any type of loan in the future.