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Payday loans vs. installment loans: One is a much better option
If you’ve got poor credit and need cash fast, here are safer ways to borrow.
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What is a signature loan and how does it work?
A signature loan can be the right kind of personal loan in several situations.
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How the Federal Reserve impacts personal loans
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates several times. These interest rate changes are likely to affect the rates of personal loans.
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Types of credit-building products and how to use them
Different types of credit-building products available
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Are people doing spring financial cleaning using personal loans in your state?
Spring is a time to shake off winter — and that includes tidying up finances.
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What is the average personal loan interest rate?
Find out the average interest rates on personal loans by lender and credit rating.
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Pros and cons of home improvement loans
Home improvement loans are worth it if you budget and plan carefully for payments.
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How to get a small dollar loan: 3 steps to find one and apply
Here’s where you can get a small dollar loan.
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4 ways to get an emergency loan with bad credit
Here’s how to increase your chances of getting approved with bad credit.
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Unsecured motorcycle loans: How they work & where to find them
The process of getting an unsecured motorcycle loan shouldn’t hold you back from riding free.
5 min read Mar 25, 2024
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Hannah has been editing for Bankrate since late 2022. They aim to provide the most up-to-date information to help people navigate the complexities of loans and make the best financial decisions.
Heidi Rivera is a personal finance writer and reporter for Bankrate. Her areas of expertise include personal loans, student loans and debt consolidation, in addition to data collection and analysis.
Hanneh Bareham has been a personal finance writer with Bankrate since 2020. She started out as a credit cards reporter before transitioning into the role of student loans reporter. She is now a writer on the loans team, further widening her scope across multiple forms of consumer lending.
Rhys Subitch is a Bankrate editor who leads an editorial team dedicated to developing educational content about personal loans products for every part of life.