Personal Loans
A personal loan is a great financial tool. It can help you consolidate debt, renovate your home, or even pay for college. Ready to explore if it's right for you? We've got everything you need, right here.
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How to qualify for competitive rates on low-interest personal loans
Here’s how to qualify for a low-interest personal loan.
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What is an unsecured loan?
These loans don’t require collateral and typically charge higher interest rates.
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How to manage your personal loan and save money
Making a plan to manage your loan will set you up for success.
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Should I use a personal loan to pay for my child’s private school?
Here’s when to use a personal loan to pay for private school
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Emergency loans: Everything you need to know
Some types of emergency loans come with sky-high fees and interest rates.
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What is the APR on a personal loan?
An APR is a snapshot of how much your personal loan will cost each year.
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What is a low-interest personal loan?
You’ll need excellent credit and good finances to qualify.
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5 ways a personal loan could help you save money
A personal loan might be the key to getting the money you need without added costs.
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Should you get a personal loan to pay off credit card debt?
Taking on still more debt in pursuit of a goal can sometimes make sense. Here’s when.
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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.
5 min read Apr 24, 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.