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Borrowing money can be a smart financial move—if you do it right. From navigating the different types of loans to finding the best rates, Wise Wallet's loan content has everything you need to know about borrowing money.

I Still Keep the Email That Said ‘You’re Approved’—Here’s Why
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I Still Keep the Email That Said ‘You’re Approved’—Here’s Why

I still remember the exact moment I saw it: a simple subject line tucked in between promotional emails and a couple of “We miss you” newsletters from some long-forgotten online store. **Subject:…

By Jasmine Lee
The Basics of VA Home Loans for Veterans and Active-Duty Buyers
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The Basics of VA Home Loans for Veterans and Active-Duty Buyers

There are few perks more quietly powerful for those who’ve served in the military than the VA home loan. You won’t find flashy ads about it on your social feed, but for veterans and…

By Brian Alba
What to Expect When Applying for a Personal Loan With Bad Credit
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What to Expect When Applying for a Personal Loan With Bad Credit

Applying for a personal loan with bad credit can feel like walking into a big, fancy party without an invitation. Will the lender wave you in with a grin or stare at you like you’ve…

By Brian Alba

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Getting Calls About Instant Student Loan Relief? Red Flags Every Borrower Should Know
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Getting Calls About Instant Student Loan Relief? Red Flags Every Borrower Should Know

By Shannon Bloom
The Pros, the Risks, and the Real Cost of Taking Out a Logbook Loan
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The Pros, the Risks, and the Real Cost of Taking Out a Logbook Loan

By Mason Welsh
What You Should Know Before Taking Out an Unsecured Personal Loan
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What You Should Know Before Taking Out an Unsecured Personal Loan

By Mason Welsh
I Was Approved for a Loan, But Didn’t Take It—Here’s Why
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I Was Approved for a Loan, But Didn’t Take It—Here’s Why

By Shannon Bloom
Striking the Balance: When a Little Debt Can Actually Help You Get Ahead
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Striking the Balance: When a Little Debt Can Actually Help You Get Ahead

By Mason Welsh
The Truth About Closing Costs: What You’ll Pay (and How to Save)
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The Truth About Closing Costs: What You’ll Pay (and How to Save)

By MJ Brioso
Co-Borrower vs. Co-Signer: Which One Comes With the Bigger Risk?
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Co-Borrower vs. Co-Signer: Which One Comes With the Bigger Risk?

By Isabella Greene
Ditch the Debt: How to Budget Your Way to Student Loan Freedom
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Ditch the Debt: How to Budget Your Way to Student Loan Freedom

By Jasmine Lee
Car Title Loans: What They Are, How They Work, and the Risk You Might Miss
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Car Title Loans: What They Are, How They Work, and the Risk You Might Miss

By Brian Alba