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LightStream vs. SoFi: Which personal loan is right for you?
Compare SoFi vs LightStream to see which one is better for you.
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IVF loans: How to finance IVF and fertility treatments
Between unpredictable costs, lack of health insurance coverage for procedures, and the potential to need multiple cycles, IVF is cost-prohibitive. Around 10 percent of women in the United States have difficulty [...]
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How to get a $5,000 personal loan
If you need a few thousand dollars to cover an emergency or expense, a $5,000 personal loan may be a good way to get what you need.
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How to get a $10,000 personal loan
If you need a $10,000 loan, you will need to meet the requirements and find lenders that offer loans in that amount.
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How to find a $80,000 personal loan
Several lenders offer loans for $80,000.
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Does your loan purpose matter?
The reason you get a loan is personal, but it could affect which lender you select.
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How to get a $100,000 personal loan
To get a $100,000 personal loan, you will need to meet the requirements and find a lender with that high of loan options.
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7 low-income loans: Personal loans for a tight budget
Even people with low incomes can find personal loans.
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Upstart vs. Sofi: Which personal loan is right for you?
Upstart and SoFi are both good lenders, but which one is right for you depends on your circumstances.
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Getting a small loan doesn’t have to be a big hassle
Most banks don’t offer small loans, so be careful when you find a lender that does.
8 min read Jun 26, 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 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.