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What is the difference between a cosigner and a cobuyer when applying for a loan?
A cosigner is someone who agrees to pay back the loan if the primary borrower cannot, while a cobuyer is someone who shares ownership of the purchased item and is equally responsible for the loan payments.
What are the requirements of an auto cosigner in Indiana?
An auto cosigner, in the state of Indiana, has to meet all of the requirements of the contract. In most cases the cosigner has the same obligations as the primary signer.
How long does a cosigner need to be on the contract?
untill its paid off * The other option is for the primary borrower to have the loan refinanced without the participation of the original cosigner.
If you are being sued for subrogation on a co-signed vehicle and need to file a cross-complaint against the primary borrower should you sue for damages breach or breach of contract?
The cosigner did not have a contract with the primary borrower, only with the lender; that being the case the cosigner would sue for his or her financial losses not for a breach of contract.
What is the insurance liability for the cosigner of an auto loan?
None. A cosigner is entering into a legally binding contract to repay the debt if the primary borrower defaults on the lending agreement. The cosigner does not have any other obligation nor ownership rights to the property.
Is the cosigner the only one responsible on the loan?
The primary borrower is responsible for making the payments and adhering to the terms of the lending contract. The cosigner is legally obligated only if the primary borrower defaults on the lending agreement or files bankruptcy (chapter 7).
Can you switch the cosigner to the primary?
Yes, you can switch the cosigner to the primary on a loan. The way to do this is to have the loan refinanced.
If your a cosigner and want to remove your name before the loan is paid off will this affect your credit in any way?
A cosigner cannot simply remove their name from the contract. The cosigner is obligated equally with the primary borrower until the loan is paid. A cosigner's credit history will be affected, hopefully in a positive way.
Can a cosigner remove the primary borrower from a loan agreement?
No, a cosigner cannot remove the primary borrower from a loan agreement. The primary borrower is responsible for the loan, and the cosigner is only responsible if the primary borrower fails to pay.
Can the cosigner demand that the car remain in the same state where he or she resides?
No, a cosigner does not have any legal rights to the vehicle, but does have the legal obligation to repay the debt if the primary borrower defaults on the contract. An exception could be if the cosigner is also named on the title to the vehicle, and if so, how the title is worded.
Can a cosigner become the primary borrower on a loan?
No, a cosigner cannot become the primary borrower on a loan. The cosigner's role is to provide a guarantee for the loan in case the primary borrower fails to make payments.
Can a cosigner register a car?
Yes, a cosigner can register a car, but they are not the primary owner of the vehicle. The cosigner is responsible for the loan if the primary owner fails to make payments.
