After an early taste of summer at the start of spring, temperatures plummeted across many parts of Australia with a last blast of wintry conditions. But don’t let the changeable weather distract you from the fact that the summer holiday season is not far away. Now is the time to consider a new boat or a new RV, place the order and make the purchase. Buyers still undecided on what to buy, can earmark a number of boat shows and caravan expos coming up in October to see the latest models from leading manufacturers.
Major leisure and outdoor expos are happening in Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane and Canberra, giving buyers across many states the opportunity to inspect a wide range of products. Great opportunities, but unless you have your financing confirmed, will you be in a position to buy? Jade Finance assists buyers to be ready to confidently place orders for new RVs and watercraft at boats shows and caravan expos with pre-arranged loans.
We provide the inspiration and information that buyers need to know about the upcoming events and how to get boat loans and caravan finance organised before even selecting the purchase.
Upcoming Caravan Camping Lifestyle Expos – Event Details
The October calendar of caravan shows kick-off in Melbourne on 3rd through 6th October with the Caravan and Camping Leisurefest at the Sandown Racecourse. Buy tickets online at the show website, no tickets at the gate.
ACT and NSW RV enthusiasts get their opportunity to see the latest from 140 exhibitors over the weekend of 25-27 October with the Canberra Caravan Camping Lifestyle Expo. The focus then moves north to the sunshine state for the Let’s Go Brisbane Caravan and Outdoor Sale starting on 31 October.
Start planning your visit, purchase tickets at the event websites and talk to us about getting approved for your caravan loan before the show gates open.
Plan Your Visit to October Boat Shows – Melbourne and Adelaide
October is great timing for boat shows, coinciding with the start of the new boating season and when enthusiasts have their minds focused on new watercraft. Victorians have a major event to plan for with the Melbourne International Boat Show happening from 17 to 20 October at Docklands. This is a huge event and organisers report new additions including more marina space and attractions for visitors to enjoy in 2024.
For South Australians, start planning to attend the Club Marine SA Boat and Fishing Show which is being held alongside the Adelaide 4WD and Adventure Show. Could be opportunities to look at off-road vehicles to tow your boat as well as watercraft. The dates to diarise are 25-27 October. Plenty of different types of watercraft will be on display including inflatables and wake boats as well as the all-important accessories and extras that enthusiasts love to include on their vessels.
Planning Loans Ahead of Caravan and Boat Shows
Why would you want to arrange your loan before you even decide what boat or RV you want to buy? For a number of very good reasons. Firstly, applying for a loan is not a regular occurring event for most boat and RV buyers. They may not know what is involved and especially if they will be approved to borrow as much as they want to buy the model they want.
Applying for a loan ahead of buying, answers those questions. Buyers can take the time to get across the current loan products and decide what is the best option for them. They can go through the credit and financials checks to find out their borrowing power – how much they are approved to borrow. This can allow for keeping buying expectations within budget. Checking out only those models with prices that fit their credit limit.
Another important reason is avoiding the downsides of impulse decisions which may be made at boat shows. Yes, you know what that means. These shows can be busy with a lot of visitors, bright lights, shiny new boats and caravans, and plenty of hype. It can be easy for even the most astute buyers to get caught up in the excitement and sign up for a purchase with dealer finance on the day. Finance which may have a higher interest rate than you could be offered from another lender, especially from Jade Finance.
Alternatively, placing an order, possibly even making a deposit, only to find the purchase price is beyond your borrowing power. While a cooling off period should allow for such a decision to be cancelled without obligation, it can slow down the purchase process.
Having financing pre-arranged also allows buyers to capitalise on any discounts being offered by dealers for orders placed at caravan and boat shows. This is a very common marketing strategy and can be extremely beneficial for buyers. And ordering at an event can save time and expedite ownership.
How to Apply for Pre-Approved Loans
Applications for caravan finance and boat loans can be made through Jade ahead of time, using either our online or phone application services. The same credit checks and review of financials is carried out and the same loan products and interest rates apply.
Buyers only need to prepare an estimate of the funding require and provide us with as detailed a description of the vessel or RV they are considering buying. We’ll handle the rest and deliver you a conditionally approved loan which is valid for a set timeframe.
To get ready to buy at upcoming boat shows and be ready for the summer boating season, contact Jade Finance for prior to attending upcoming caravan and boat shows.
DISCLAIMER: NO LIABILITY IS ACCEPTED IF ERRORS OR MISREPRESENTATIONS ARE FOUND IN THIS ARTICLE. THE ARTICLE IS PREPARED AND PRESENTED FOR GENERAL INFORMATIVE PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED TO BE THE SOLE SOURCE OF INFORMATION FOR MAKING FINANCIAL DECISIONS. THOSE REQUIRING GUIDANCE AND ADVICE SHOULD CONSULT A FINANCIAL ADVISOR.
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