Credit Crunch – Should I buy a home this year?

April 6, 2009

Author: William M. Davis

What Is A Credit Crunch?
An economical condition which experiences non availability of loans or credit is called a Credit Crunch. It becomes impossible for individuals and organizations to borrow as the lenders and lending institutions are not willing to offer money to the borrowers fearing a fallout and bankruptcy due to economic meltdown.
When Does The Scenario Of Credit Crunch Come Up?
Such a scenario arises when the availability of funds in the credit market becomes tight. Lenders stop lending fearing the losses incurred in their previous lending transactions. Consequently, the interest rates on loans have been increased tremendously, which makes it …