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How to refinance student loans with bad credit
Refinancing your student loans can help you get a lower interest rate; here’s how.
Shopping around with multiple lenders is truly the key to getting the best rate for your loan. Each lender will offer different incentives, perks and rates. When I was applying for a loan to get a car, I checked with a minimum of three lenders — including a credit union — to ensure I was getting the best rate for the long term.
— Hannah Smith
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Shopping around with multiple lenders is truly the key to getting the best rate for your loan. Each lender will offer different incentives, perks and rates. When I was applying for a loan to get a car, I checked with a minimum of three lenders — including a credit union — to ensure I was getting the best rate for the long term.
— Hannah Smith
Refinancing your student loans can help you get a lower interest rate; here’s how.
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