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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Will an emergency loan impact my credit?
An emergency loan will have some impact on your credit score — but it could be good.
3 min read Nov 16, 2023 -
Homeowners concerned about extreme weather and savings
46% of homeowners are concerned about setting aside savings for emergency repairs.
3 min read Nov 15, 2023 -
4 ways a personal loan can help you after a natural disaster
When facing the financial burdens caused by extreme weather and natural disasters, a personal loan can provide essential assistance.
6 min read Nov 13, 2023 -
Loans vs. credit cards: Which is best for holiday shopping?
Loans and credit cards can help you pay for holiday gifts, but there’s cons to each.
4 min read Nov 02, 2023 -
M&T Bank vs. LightStream: Which offers better personal loans?
These lenders offer competitive options for personal loans if you have good credit.
3 min read Oct 27, 2023 -
Municipal Credit Union vs. PenFed: Which offers better personal loans?
Their personal loans are similar, so look for member benefits to pick the best one.
3 min read Oct 27, 2023 -
Old National Bank vs. Happy Money: Which offers better personal loans?
Consolidate your debt or borrow for a big expense with either of these two lenders.
3 min read Oct 27, 2023 -
Self-employed statistics
Self-employed individuals vary by their industry and work.
5 min read Oct 26, 2023 -
Should you use savings or a personal loan to travel over the holidays?
Consider low-cost options if you absolutely need to use a loan for travel.
3 min read Oct 25, 2023 -
Is the holiday season a good time to consolidate debt?
Tackling debt during the holidays can be hard, but there may be some benefits.
4 min read Oct 25, 2023
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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, a Certified Financial Education Instructor℠, has been a personal finance writer with Bankrate since 2020.
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.