personal loan

noun

: a loan that is made by a bank to someone for a personal need

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The agency also wants to know more about Riley’s pledge of B. Riley shares as collateral for a personal loan, the filing shows. Donal Griffin, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2025 Whether evaluating a credit card offer, a mortgage, or a personal loan, understanding APR can prevent hidden costs and ensure responsible financial planning. True Tamplin, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025 The average rate on a personal loan was 12.46% as of January 22, according to Bankrate. Jeanne Sahadi, CNN, 29 Jan. 2025 Whether applying for a mortgage, credit card, personal loan, or auto loan, understanding APR is crucial for making informed financial decisions. True Tamplin, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for personal loan

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“Personal loan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/personal%20loan. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.

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