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Nicole Dow

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How I Think About Money “Personal finance is just that — it’s personal. There isn’t one specific path to take. How to best navigate your financial journey will depend on your unique situation and goals.”
8+ Years of Experience
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The Penny Hoarder, Yahoo Finance
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B.A. in journalism from Hampton University
Nicole Dow is a lead writer and content strategist on NerdWallet’s personal lending team. She specializes in guiding borrowers through the ins and outs of getting and managing a personal loan. Nicole has been writing about personal finance since 2017. Her work has been featured in The Penny Hoarder and Yahoo Finance. She has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Hampton University and is based in Tampa Bay, Florida.

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How and Where To Get A Personal Loan | NerdWallet
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How and Where To Get A Personal Loan | NerdWallet

When you need to borrow a decent amount of money relatively quickly and at a lower interest rate than you'd get with a credit card, a personal loan could be a good option. But before you take on a substantial amount of debt, make sure you've also looked into the different funding options available. Lending Nerd Kate shares some options to consider to before taking on a personal loan. Suggested Resources: NerdWallet Personal Loan Calculator: https://www.nerdwallet.com/calculator/personal-loan-calculator Compare Personal Loan Lenders: https://www.nerdwallet.com/personal-loans How to Get a Personal Loan - http://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/personal-loans/how-to-get-a-personal-loan Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:37 - Personal Loan Explained 1:14 - Check Your Credit 1:43 - Determine If You Can Afford The Loan 2:48 - Researching and Comparing Lenders 4:06 - Applying For A Personal Loan #NerdWallet #PersonalLoan #Hashtag2 Subscribe to NerdWallet - https://bit.ly/3wGvVf3 About NerdWallet: We’re NerdWallet. And we’re not your typical finance company. We believe that everyone should be able to make financial decisions with confidence. We’ve built a team of Nerds with the knowledge, passion, and skills to make that happen. Thanks to our Nerdy experts, see side-by-side comparisons and objective reviews of the best credit cards, bank accounts, and so much more — so you can get even more financial clarity. It’s the smartest decision for all your financial decisions. Disclaimer: This video is for informational and educational purposes only. NerdWallet does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks or securities. Any comments posted under NerdWallet's official account videos are not reviewed or endorsed by NerdWallet or representatives of financial institutions affiliated with the reviewed products unless explicitly stated otherwise. Avoid disclosing personal or sensitive information such as bank accounts or phone numbers. NerdWallet employees do not offer personalized financial advice and will not respond to posts here. Connect with NerdWallet: Follow NerdWallet on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@nerdwallet Follow NerdWallet on Instagram: https://instagram.com/nerdwallet Follow NerdWallet on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NerdWallet Follow NerdWallet on Facebook: https://facebook.com/NerdWallet NerdWallet Website: https://nerdwallet.com How and Where To Get A Personal Loan | NerdWallet https://www.youtube.com/c/nerdwallet

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