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Why Financing the RV Purchase Is Sensible

By Stephen Daniels
Sep 30, 2009
Cash is king, and so, notably in these times, setting aside cash for emergencies and extra unforeseen expenses makes sense. Paying cash for the acquisition of an RV depletes money that could well be wanted later on. That is why financing the acquisition of an RV is the means to go, particularly in these days of affordable interest rates. Using cash to buy an RV turns that money into an "illiquid investment," not promptly accessible if and when the cash is needed.

There are several ways to finance the RV purchase. One method is to finance it by way of the RV dealer from which it is bought. This category of loan is named an "indirect loan." The dealer will quote an interest rate for the loan, run the credit check and finalize all the paper work, which is customarily prepared at the time of the purchase. Some time following the sale, the dealer then will sell the loan contract to a bank. The monthly payments owed on the RV are subsequently sent to the bank, as the dealer no longer has any concern in the purchase agreement.

A different means to finance an RV purchase is in a "direct loan." The RV buyer goes directly to a bank or credit union or additional lender, such as an auto finance business, and finances the RV "directly."

Looking about for the best rates to finance an RV purchase is critical. Evaluate rates among banks, credit unions, and additional lenders. "Direct" loans can take longer for approval, because the borrower has to supply whatever documents the bank may require in order to ascertain whether to render the loan directly. Documentation commonly includes pay stubs, a financial statement, a credit check, and if self-employed, some years of tax returns. How long it takes for loan approval is mostly a function of the particular lender. After comparing rates, ask how long it takes for loan approval and if it is likely to get pre-approved for the purchase of an RV. Loan approvals customarily are for up to a specific amount and available for a certain length of time. Being pre-approved makes the purchase of an RV that much simpler and faster.

When deciding whether to finance the Recreational Vehicle purchase, there could be a possible tax gain in doing so. Depending on whether the purchase is financed by help of a home equity line of credit or a home equity loan, interest could be deductible. So, in addition to comparing loan interest rates, visit with a tax advisor for the best way to arrange the purchase of the RV. Other likely tax advantages may apply in a particular circumstance.

Unless definitely flush with ready money, using that cash to purchase an RV does not make sense. Interest rates for financing an RV are not much higher right now than the interest rates paid on money markets, certificates of deposit, and other places where cash is placed. Given the revival in the stock market, available cash may be better put to use there than to reduce cash coffers to purchase that RV.
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