Finance FAQ

How do I choose to PaybyFinance?

Simply choose the finance option on the checkout page or let the sales consultant know if you’re buying from The Luxury Hut.

Finance Available at 9.9% APR On All Watches and New Jewellery Items.

Who is eligible to apply for online finance?

Customers eligible to apply for online finance should:

• Be over the age of 18.
• Work at least 16 hours a week, or be retired with an income.

You must also be a resident of the United Kingdom and have lived in the UK for the last 12 months or more.

Unfortunately, we are not able to offer online finance to residents of Eire.

Homemakers can also apply under their own names; however the employment details of your spouse / partner will be required in order to process your application.

When do my repayments start?

Your monthly repayments will begin one month after your purchase has been delivered.

Are there any arrangement fees or hidden extras for credit?

No. There are no arrangement fees or hidden extras.

Applying for online finance

Applying for online finance couldn’t be easier or more convenient. When you buy online from The Luxury Hut, you have the choice of applying for finance.

Add your purchase to the shopping basket – select the finance option, and -complete an online application form.

Just follow the simple instructions, entering your personal details as required and we’ll do the rest.

The entire process is simple and secure and will only takes a few minutes. Once your finance application is approved, you will then be advised of how to sign the finance agreement and you will also receive an email confirming these details.

Please read the agreement carefully and check that all the details are correct, then either electronically sign the agreement or print and sign the agreement in both boxes. Post the signed agreement to the address shown on the covering letter of the agreement.

Following receipt of your finance agreement and a few additional checks, your goods will be dispatched.

Your questions answered

Here are some of the most commonly asked questions regarding online finance.

Once my application is approved, what happens next?

Within minutes of your application being approved, you will be presented with the options to either e- sign or print and return your finance agreement.

If you choose to e-sign your agreement, a PDF of your agreement will be displayed on screen. You should read the agreement carefully before clicking all the relevant sections agreeing to its terms.

Once you have agreed to the terms of the finance agreement, The Luxury Hut will be notified and you need do nothing more.

If you choose to print and return your agreement, you should print the agreement, read it carefully and then sign the document following the instructions on the covering letter. Then post this signed document to the address shown on the covering letter of the finance agreement.

Note that products will not be allocated to your order until your completed and signed agreement is returned and received by Hitachi Personal Finance. Shipment of your goods will follow soon after your agreement has been returned and received.

Will you credit score me and if so, what does this mean?

Credit scoring is the process that financial services companies use to evaluate the credit risk of new applicants. This technique will be applied to your application for online finance. Credit scoring works by awarding points for each answer given on the application form such as age, income and occupation, together with information obtained from credit reference agencies.

This information allows consistent decisions to be provided, ensuring all applicants are treated fairly. Credit scoring does not discriminate on the grounds of sex, race, religion or disability.

If you decline my application, what is the reason?

In addition to credit scoring, Hitachi also takes into account confirmation of:

• your identity,
• validation of certain application details,
• existing commitments and information held at the credit reference agencies.

Though Hitachi is unable to provide you with a main reason for the decline of your application, it is usually based on one, or a combination of the following:

• Your credit score (please note that every finance company will score you differently)
• Adverse credit reference agency information
• You are considered to be overcommitted
• You are aged under 18
• Your existing account performance with other lenders

What type of information do credit reference agencies hold about me?

Some of the information is public information, for example electoral roll, County Court Judgements and bankruptcies. Other lenders may also file information about accounts you hold with them for instance this could include your payment history and outstanding balance on these accounts. Any requests for credit, where a credit reference search has been undertaken, will also be filed, although the result of the request is not recorded.

How do I obtain a copy of this information?

You should send a cheque for £2.00 made payable to the relevant credit reference agency, together with details of all addresses at which you have lived over the last 6 years:

• Experian Limited, Customer Support Centre, PO Box 9000, Nottingham, NG80 7WF
• Equifax Ltd., Customer Service Centre, PO Box 10036, Leicester, LE3 4FS
• TransUnion International UK Limited, Consumer Services, PO Box 491, Leeds, LS3 1WZ

The above listed agencies will provide details of information relating to these addresses. If you believe that the information is incorrect, you can ask the agency to correct it.

If my application is not successful, can I re-apply?

Yes. We acknowledge that circumstances change and just because a previous application has been refused, it does not mean that a further request will automatically be turned down. We do suggest however, that you leave at least 6 months between applications.

Can I request delivery to an address other than my home?

In order to safeguard against fraudulent applications, we regret that we’re able only to deliver goods to the home address of the applicant.

EXAMPLES:

Credit subject to status and affordability. Terms & Conditions Apply.  The Luxury Hut is a credit broker.

Credit is provided by Hitachi Personal Finance, a trading style of Hitachi Capital (UK) PLC, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Financial Services Register no. 704348. The register can be accessed through http://www.fca.org.uk.

Interest Bearing Finance Example

Up to 60 months 9.9% APR representative interest bearing finance.

Spread the cost with our interest bearing finance available online and in store.

Our simple finance options allow you to spread the cost of your purchase over 12, 24, 36, 48 or 60 months.

All you need to do is:

1. Spend a minimum £560 and above

2. Place a 10% deposit

3. Minimum finance amount after deposit £500 and above

We offer 5 simple interest bearing finance options to help you spread the cost of your purchases.

• 12 months interest bearing finance on orders of £560 and above
• 24 months interest bearing finance on orders of £560 and above
• 36 months interest bearing finance on orders of £560 and above
• 48 months interest bearing finance on orders of £560 and above
• 60 months interest bearing finance on orders of £560 and above

The table below shows you how much the monthly repayments will be based on the total order value.

Representative example:

• Cash Price £900
• Deposit £90
• Loan Amount £810
• APR Representative 9.9%
• Interest Rate 9.9% p.a. fixed
• 12 Monthly Repayments of £71.02
• Total term of loan agreement 12 months
• Total Amount Payable £942.24

If you require any further information about finance, please call 0207 242 5411

Credit subject to status and affordability. Terms & Conditions Apply.  The Luxury Hut is a credit broker.

Credit is provided by Hitachi Personal Finance, a trading style of Hitachi Capital (UK) PLC, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Financial Services Register no. 704348. The register can be accessed through http://www.fca.org.uk.