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A story of a strange loan

A story of a strange loan

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 instead charge higher interest rates.

Origination fees can be up to 15% of the amount borrowed. An origination fee may be added to the loan balance or subtracted from the amount you receive. If, for example, you borrow $10,000 and have a 5% origination fee, you might receive $9,500, or perhaps owe $10,500. Be sure you understand how that will work, and plan accordingly.
While you are checking rates and terms, it's a good idea to also check the credit scores of people whose applications are typically approved if that information is available. You can also look for an option to prequalify online without a hard inquiry or "hard pull." A hard credit inquiry can ding your credit score temporarily, and that is true whether you get approved or not. If you can't prequalify, you may not want to risk the loss of a few points that can happen if you actually apply. Choose a loan you're likely to be approved for.

How to Minimize the Risks of a Personal Loan
Tempting as it is to apply for a loan because you need something now but you don't have the cash, take a minute to think some things through. For example:

Review your budget to be sure you have enough room to add a payment, and what the maximum size of that payment could be.Divva Personal Development Personal Success Social Sciences True Crime
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    While you are checking rates and terms, it's a good idea to also check the credit scores of people whose applications are typically approved if that information is available. You can also look for an option to prequalify online without a hard inquiry or "hard pull." A hard credit inquiry can ding your credit score temporarily, and that is true whether you get approved or not. If you can't prequalify, you may not want to risk the loss of a few points that can happen if you actually apply. Choose a loan you're likely to be approved for.

    How to Minimize the Risks of a Personal Loan
    Tempting as it is to apply for a loan because you need something now but you don't have the cash, take a minute to think some things through. For example:

    Review your budget to be sure you have enough room to add a payment, and what the maximum size of that payment could be.
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