What is Representative APR %?

Typical APR % (Annual Percentage Rate) is used by lenders so you can easily compare rates when you check your eligibility for a loan. Lenders use the term to describe the amount of interest you’ll pay annually on money you want to borrow. Typical APR %must reflect at least 66% of secured loan business expected to result from advertising the rate.

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