Loan Glossary
Complex loan terms explained in plain language. Search for a term or browse all explanations.
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Why is it important to know loan terms?
When applying for a loan, you will encounter various financial terms. Understanding them helps you:
- Compare offers objectively — understand what APR, interest rate, and contract fees really mean
- Avoid hidden costs — recognize late penalties, admin fees, and other charges
- Make informed decisions — know your rights (early repayment, payment holiday, withdrawal right)
- Protect against over-indebtedness — understand the importance of credit history
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Our team analyzes the Estonian credit market daily, verifies conditions and ensures data accuracy for every lender.
Editor
Andres Mets
Analyst team
123laen OÜ
Borrower requirements
Main conditions for getting a loan
Minimum age 18 years
Must be at least 18 years old, Estonian resident
Regular income of at least €600/month
Regular income must be verifiable
Estonian resident or residence permit holder
Estonian personal ID and bank account
No active debt obligations or payment defaults
Checked via the payment default register
Valid email address and phone number
Required for application verification
Important notice!
A loan affects your credit history. An unpaid loan can worsen your credit rating.
Late payments result in penalties and late fees.
Before taking out a loan, assess your financial situation and ability to repay.
Think before you borrow
Responsible lending
Borrowing is a serious financial decision that affects your life for a long time. Follow these recommendations to avoid financial stress and over-indebtedness.
Create a budget
Before taking a loan, create a detailed monthly budget. Calculate your income and all mandatory expenses — rent, utilities, food, transport. The loan payment must fit within your available funds.
Don't borrow on impulse
Impulsive decisions often lead to over-borrowing. Wait at least 48 hours before submitting an application. If the need still seems justified after waiting, only then proceed.
Compare offers
Don't choose the first offer. Compare terms from at least 3–5 lenders — interest, APR, fees and repayment schedule. Use our comparison table to find the best one.
Read the contract
Before signing, read the contract carefully. Pay attention to the interest rate, APR, penalties, early repayment terms and all fees.
Your borrower rights
Protected by law
Right of withdrawal
You have 14 calendar days to withdraw from the contract without giving a reason. Return the loan amount and accrued interest — the contract will be cancelled.
Early repayment
You have the right to repay the loan early in part or in full at any time. The lender may charge compensation of maximum 1% of the amount repaid.
SECCI standard information
Before signing the contract, the lender must provide you with a SECCI information sheet — it contains all loan terms in one document for an informed decision.
Dispute resolution
If a dispute arises with a lender, you have the right to contact the Consumer Protection Authority free of charge. You can also use out-of-court solutions.
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