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If you’re in need of money and wondering whether a £5,000 loan could be a suitable option, Cashflex might be able to help you with your search.

Our guide to £5,000 loans answers some common questions, such as ‘How much does a £5,000 loan cost per month?’ and ‘Can I get a £5,000 loan if I have bad credit?’

Cashflex is a credit broker and could help you search for the right £5,000 loan to suit your personal circumstances. Our service is free to use, and quotes are no-obligation. Allow Cashflex to assist with your £5,000 loan search today, with no impact to your credit score.^*

Things to think about before searching for a £5,000 loan

A loan is a serious financial commitment.

Before you apply for a loan, you should ask yourself the following:

• Is a loan the right option for me right now?
• Am I certain that I’ll be able to afford the monthly repayments, which will include interest?
• Have I thought about any possible alternatives that may be available to me? Could I borrow money from friends and family? Is my need for money urgent, or can I wait and save up?
• How will I keep up with my monthly repayments if my financial circumstances change; for example, I lose my job or my bills increase?
• Do I understand the impact that a loan could have on my credit score?

How long do I have to repay a £5,000 loan?

You can use Cashflex to help you search for a £5,000 loan across a repayment term of either 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 or 60 months.

While a shorter term will give you less time to repay the loan, you will be charged less interest, which will reduce the overall cost of borrowing.

Longer terms will enable you to spread the cost of borrowing but will result in you paying more in interest.

How much does a £5,000 loan cost per month?

The monthly repayment amount on a £5,000 loan will depend on the interest rate you’re offered, and the repayment term you’ve selected. If successful, you will be able to view the repayment amounts before deciding if this is the right loan for you. Don’t forget, loan quotes are no-obligation, and you do not have to proceed with any offer.

What credit score do you need for a £5,000 loan?

There is no one set answer to this question. Generally, the better your credit score, the better your chances of being approved for a loan, although lenders will base their decision on a number of factors, including your affordability and their eligibility requirements.

Having a good credit score could mean that you’re eligible for a more desirable interest rate.

Can I get a £5,000 loan if I have bad credit?

Finding a lender willing to approve your application for a £5,000 loan when you have bad credit could be difficult. Lenders are likely to view those with poor credit scores as riskier and you might find that your borrowing options are limited.

Some lenders, including several of those on the Cashflex panel, specialise in loans for people with bad credit. Before you apply for a bad credit loan, you should be aware that a bad credit loan could come with a higher rate of interest. If your application is accepted, you might not be approved to borrow as much money as you need.

Will a £5,000 loan affect my credit score?

A loan of any amount will affect your credit score.

If you make your repayments on time each month and clear the balance of the loan before the term comes to an end, you might see an improvement in your credit score. This will also depend on whether you’ve kept on top of any other credit commitments during the duration of your loan.

Practicing credit boosting methods, such as avoiding multiple hard searches to your credit file, checking your credit report for errors, and registering to vote, could also help you work towards a healthier credit rating.

Making late repayments on your loan, or missing them altogether, is likely to damage your credit score. Late and missed repayments may also result in fees and charges, as well as financial stress.

Who can get a £5,000 loan?

All lenders have their own eligibility criteria which must be met before an application can be approved.

Cashflex is a credit broker, working with a large panel of lenders. You can search for a £5,000 loan with Cashflex if you:

• Are over the age of 18;
• Are a UK resident;
• Have a UK bank account and valid debit card; and
• Have a regular source of income paid into your bank account.

Any credit score considered.

How soon could I get a £5,000 loan?

If your application is accepted, your £5,000 loan could be sent the same day, although payout timeframes vary between lenders.

The time it takes for the money to become available in your account will depend on your bank’s policies and procedures.

What happens if I can no longer afford to repay my £5,000 loan?

We can’t always control the things that come our way in life. If your circumstances have changed and you’re no longer able to afford your monthly repayments, you should contact your lender.

Your lender will appreciate the fact that you’ve got in touch. They will be keen to discuss any options that might be available to help you work through this difficult patch.

I need help with my finances; where can I get advice?

Are you worried about money or debt? You don’t need to suffer in silence.

Free, confidential and impartial advice can be accessed through various sites, including StepChange, MoneyHelper, Citizens Advice, and National Debtline.

* Cashflex is a credit broker, not a lender. Cashflex uses soft search technology to check your eligibility and search for a suitable loan, which will not impact your credit score in any way. If you’re matched with a loan and choose to make a full application directly with the lender, a hard search will be carried out by them. A hard search will be visible on your credit file for up to 12 months, and multiple hard searches within a short period of time could harm your credit score.