7 Ways You Can Use A Personal Loan this Summer

Summer can be the beginning of a season of a major life change; like household moves and weddings; purchasing that boat you’ve been eyeing and of course a vacation.

Before you start swiping the plastic for everything, Listerhill recommends considering a personal loan to stay within your budget.

At Listerhill, the application process is quick and smooth. When you use a personal loan instead of racking up credit card debt, you are making a responsible choice that can positively impact your finances for years to come.

To help you accomplish this, we have outlined seven ways to responsibly use a personal loan this summer.

1. When you're getting married

According to Brides.com, the average wedding in 2018 cost more than $44,000. That’s a lot of money you may not have sitting around. If you’re tying the knot this summer, consider taking out a personal loan to help cover your wedding costs. Use your loan to fund the larger expenses, such as your rings, wedding dress and venue, or to cover the smaller costs like the flowers, travel arrangements and photographer.

2. While you're purchasing a new home

Since the kids are out of school, summer is the most popular time of year for household moves. Whether you’re moving a few blocks or a few states away, moving costs can be prohibitive. You’ll need to consider the expense of moving supplies; paying the mover; plus the cost of new furniture and other household items to help turn your new residence into a home. Taking out a personal loan to help you cover these expenses can make a household move a lot less stressful. Don't forget we offer great rates on home mortgages!

3. While you're purchasing a vehicle

If you’re looking to buy a new car this summer, an option you may not have considered is a personal loan. Similarly, if you’re interested in purchasing a boat, ATV or an RV this summer, a personal loan can help you turn that dream purchase into a reality without the exorbitant interest rate.

4. While you're consolidating debt

Summer is all about freedom and what better way to feel free than getting rid of that nagging credit card and student loan debt? Paying off multiple loans and credit card bills each month can make you feel like you’re fighting an uphill battle thanks to skyrocketing interest rates. Wouldn’t life be simpler if you only had one debt with a nominal interest rate? A personal loan can make that happen. 

5. When you're taking a dream vacation

Perhaps the road trip you take every summer is getting stale and you’re ready for something bigger and better, like a luxury cruise or trip abroad. You might be celebrating a milestone anniversary or college graduation, or maybe you want to cross something off your bucket list; however, your budget may not equipped for the tens of thousands of dollars you need for your dream getaway. A personal loan can help you fund the trip of your dreams with a payment plan you can afford so you won’t need a vacation from debt when you return.

6. While you're renovating your home

When the weather warms up, homeowners want to upgrade their homes. Whether it’s installing a swimming pool, giving your kitchen a complete makeover or turning your garage into a guest suite this summer, a personal loan can make it possible. Personal loans may be a better option for homeowners who don’t have a great deal of equity in their homes and consequently would not be a good candidate for a fixed Home Equity Loan, or a HELOC.

7. When you need to fund medical expenses

If there are medical procedures you’ve been putting off because they’re not covered by your health insurance plan, a personal loan can help you look and feel great this summer. A personal loan can help borrowers fund elective cosmetic surgery, dental work, fertility treatments and consulting with alternative practitioners about chronic health conditions.

Stop by Listerhill or give us a call at to ask how you can get started on your personal loan application. We’re always here to help make your summer dreams come true.