Debt Management

Don't get personal loans wrong

Many people are still unaware that they can get a personal loan despite being non-salaried professionals. The creditor is concerned not only about your salary,

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Reviewed by FREED India, Debt Resolution Specialists

21st May 2026
3 Min Read
Don't get personal loans wrong
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Introduction

Do you have a personal loan? It is quite common to get personal loans to meet our immediate needs or the needs of our family. But there are many misunderstandings about personal loans. Let's deal with them one by one.

a. Personal loans are unsecured loans

This means that personal loans are available without any security or mortgage.

b. Personal loans are available to both salaried and non-salaried individuals

Many people are still unaware that they can get a personal loan despite being non-salaried professionals. The creditor is concerned not only about your salary, but they have other parameters too to judge your ability to repay. So, if you are unemployed, you are still eligible for a personal loan. The only concern is how to repay.

c. Personal loans are offered by banks, digital lenders, individual creditors, and so on.

There are many digital lending platforms that give loans to those whose applications are rejected by banks. Yes, there are many individual creditors in the market who release unsecured loans.

d. Personal loans are available instantly.

Contrary to popular opinion, personal loans are available instantly and involve less paperwork than secured loans.

e. Personal loans can be obtained even if you already have a loan.

Most people hesitate to take out a personal loan, thinking they have an existing loan. You can always apply for a personal loan. The creditor will review your application and release the loan accordingly.

f. Personal loans may not have high interest rates.

Unlike credit cards, certain personal loans are available at a lower interest rate. You need to check and verify.

Personal loans are simple to apply for and obtain. The issue with personal loans occurs when the borrower starts taking them casually and uses them. You have to be equally responsible in cases of unsecured loans as you are in cases of secured loans.

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