Debt consolidation loan FAQs | RAC Finance Perth WA

Debt consolidation loans FAQ

What is RAC Finance’s loan approval time?

RAC Finance will have an answer to you within 7 working hours.

What is RAC Finance’s minimum loan amount?

RAC Finance’s minimum loan amount is $8000.

How long are RAC Finance’s loan terms?

The loan terms available for RAC Finance are from 3 to 7 years.

How long is my RAC Finance quote valid for?

Your RAC Finance quote is valid for 30 days.

Can I get a pre-approval loan application?

Yes, you can. The pre-approvals are valid for 30 days.

When will I receive the funds that I have borrowed?

Normally you will receive the funds within 24 working hours when supporting documents are submitted to RAC Finance by 12.00 noon on any given working day.

What benefits will I receive with my RAC Membership?

As a RAC Member you will receive a 2% p.a. discount off the standard interest rate for RAC’s Car and Personal loans. You will also receive a discounted establishment fee.

If I’m not an RAC Member can I join as an RAC member?

Yes, you can. RAC Finance will finance the first year's membership fee into the loan amount to ensure you obtain the member loan benefits.

Is RAC Finance a fixed or variable interest rate loan?

RAC Finance interest rates are fixed for the term of the loan. Fixed interest rates have the benefit of fixed monthly repayments.

What fees will I have to pay?

With RAC Finance there are no monthly account keeping fees. There is a once-off member-discounted Establishment Fee of $240.00 and an $11.10 Personal Properties Securities Registration (PPSR) fee.

RAC Finance members may be charged an Early Termination Fee as follows:
  • $300 if the member pays the loan out within the first 12 months of the contract.
  • $150 if the member pays the loan after 12 months but within the first 24 months (2 years) of the contract.

Where is RAC Finance located?

RAC Finance is located at 832 Wellington Street, West Perth next to Harbour Town.

How old must I be to apply for an RAC loan?

You must be 18 years of age to apply for a loan with RAC Finance.

Can I obtain an RAC loan for vehicles for business or commercial use?

No. RAC Finance only provides loans for private use vehicles as part of the National Credit Code.

I have an international or overseas driver's licence – can I apply for a car loan or personal loan?

No. To apply for a secured loan, you must have a current, valid, unconditional Australian driver's licence. For unsecured loans a driver's licence is not required however you must be a home buyer/owner.

I am living in WA on an overseas visa – can I apply for a loan?

Yes, but the loan term can only be for the unexpired term of your visa (e.g. If the visa is for 5 years and you have already been here for 18 months, then the maximum loan term is 3 years).

Does RAC Finance need any deposit for a loan?

Normally no, but in the event of jet skis, motorcycles and imported vehicles, RAC Finance may require a deposit.