Consumer Credit Expert Speaks About Small-dollar Personal Loans

www.AssociationForResponsibleLending.org The Foundation for Safe and Responsible Lending Consumer installment loans, long considered the foundation for safe and responsible lending, are in vogue again. This proven money management practice for personal debt is based on sound financial principles and good insight into human nature. Personal installment loans are a transparent, affordable and disciplined form of credit which helps consumers meet important economic needs. In critical circumstances, these loans also help smooth out income fluctuations and disruptions from unexpected events like car repairs or medical expenses. An installment loan provides a properly structured and timely repayment schedule based on an individual’s actual ability to pay. It also inherently creates the satisfaction associated with achieving important financial goals through the practice of personal responsibility. Protecting Consumer Access to Responsible Credit Consumers Making Good Decisions for the Right Reasons The Same As It Was Over 100 Years Ago With traditional installment loans, the process today is the same as it was over 100 years ago. The industry provides high quality loans in a strongly regulated marketplace with all appropriate consumer protections—without having to rely on taxpayer subsidies. Clearly, it is imperative to keep a healthy, diversified private enterprise consumer loan industry available in this country. When lending is available through private enterprise, we …