Bridge Loan

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    Bridge Loan

    Our consumer loans team is always looking for ways to streamline the vehicle purchasing process, because we know how challenging shopping for a good car deal here in the Interior can be. Your hours may not always match our business hours, so our bridge loan option may be the perfect solution for you.

    Designed to prevent you from getting into a situation where you love a vehicle, but don’t have the funds on hand to purchase it, a bridge auto loan helps you enjoy hassle-free vehicle shopping. Even have cash to take down to a dealer in Anchorage or Wasilla, or make the sale happen over the weekend when you have more time.

    Apply now from your computer, mobile phone, tablet, or in person with one of our friendly loan officers. More questions? Contact Consumer Loans at 907-459-5970.

    A short-term loan with a higher unsecured rate to "bridge" between two auto purchase transactions

    • 30-day loan with an 18% unsecured, fixed APR*.
    • Bridge loans are only available for auto loans.
    • Not all applicants qualify.
    • Make a trip down to Anchorage or outside Alaska with cash on hand to find the best deal.
    • Once the vehicle is purchased, refinance your loan into a traditional auto loan for a better interest rate.

    "I just wanted to say once more how very appreciative I am for your help and attitude during these transactions [buying a truck in the lower 48]. ...While I hope that we never have another transaction like this, I would certainly hope if there were to be such a day, it would involve people as nice and easy to deal with as Spirit of Alaska and you personally. Again, a big thank you."

    - A.B.

    3 Steps to A Bridge Loan

    A bridge loan is a short-term loan with a higher unsecured rate to “bridge” between two transactions, typically a loan pre-approval and a purchase transaction.

    1. Take out a bridge loan.
    2. Make your purchase.
    3. Return the auto title to Spirit of Alaska to secure the loan into a traditional auto loan.

    This gives you more negotiating power by giving you more control of your purchase no matter when and where it’s conducted.

    Disclosures

    Refer to our Pricing Guide (PDF) for transaction and activity fees, as well as credit union membership fees. Other loan fees may vary, and will be disclosed at the time of the loan verbally and in the loan disclosures.

    * APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Current as of 9 May 2021. Up to 100% financing available, some restrictions may apply. On approved credit. Interest rates on new Bridge Loans are subject to change at any time.

  • Rates
    Type of Loan Term APR*

    Bridge Loan

    		 30 days. Short-term loan to be re-financed into a long term Auto Loan. Fixed Rate of 18%

    Refer to our Pricing Guide (PDF) for transaction and activity fees, as well as credit union membership fees. A loan processing fee of $35 will be charged per signer. Other loan fees and terms may vary, and will be disclosed at the time of the loan verbally and in the loan disclosures.

    * APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Current as of 9 May 2021. Up to 100% financing available, some restrictions may apply. Interest rates and terms dependent on credit qualifications. Interest rates on Bridge Loans are subject to change at any time. Optional Spirit of Alaska Protection and GAP Coverage available.

    Contact the Loan Department at (907) 459-5970 for more detail.

    **Federal law requires us to verify all identities when opening new accounts. If you are applying with a joint applicant, their consent is implied when the application is submitted with the on-line loan application.

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Letter from our Consumer Loans Department

A Message From Spirit of Alaska Federal Credit Union Consumer Loans Department About The COVID-19 Outbreak

As you know, the spread of COVID-19 has touched just about every aspect of our daily lives — from our families and schools to our places of work and worship.

We understand the uncertainty during this unprecedented time and want to let you know about some of the proactive measures our consumer loans department has in place to continue to support and serve our customers.

Payment concerns:

If you anticipate that it will be difficult or impossible for you to make your payment, there are options available.

If you become ill, are quarantined, your employment status changes or another hardship arises as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak, you may be eligible for short-term relief.

Please email us or call (907) 459-5970. We will work with our borrowers on a case-by-case basis to assist in any way possible.

If you have questions:

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. Please stay safe and healthy during this unprecedented time.

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