Sub-Prime Lender

Sub-Prime Lender

A bank or other financial institution that makes loans at interest rates higher than most other loans. Subprime loans are made to borrowers who do not qualify for ordinary loans because of bad credit history or some other reason. There is a higher risk of default on subprime loans. Their prevalence was a significant factor in the 2008 credit crunch. See also: Subprime mortgage.

Sub-Prime Lender

A lender who specializes in lending to sub-prime borrowers.