Whether you're financing for yourself or your business, understanding the difference between commercial and consumer loans can help you choose the right path forward.
The term Consumer refers to a person purchasing something for their personal needs, while the term Commercial often refers to a business looking to purchase something for the benefit and use within that business.
Consumer loans are for individuals, couples or family interested in buying a car, debt consolidation, or any other big purchases including medical expenses but don’t have the full amount to pay upfront; anything solely for personal use.
Commercial loans are for any business, including sole traders, seeking finance to assist in expanding their business, purchasing or hiring vehicles, increasing cash flow management or any other business related purchase.
The most important thing to lenders is seeing evidence that an applicant can afford a loan, and seeing that the applicant has good reason to pay off the loan they apply for.
You can read more about loan specifics in the information below.