Top 3 alternatives to installment loans
Installment loans can be useful, but inflexible. Try these options instead.
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Julie Linton leads Bankrate's Loan coverage. She works closely with editors and writers to produce content that helps readers make informed decisions about personal loans, student loans and auto loans. Before joining Bankrate, Julie worked for BestCollege.com, a site dedicated to helping college students navigate the complexities of higher education, including financial planning.
Julie lives in Portland, Oregon with her husband and dog, Birdie. In her free time, she can be found reading, running or doing yoga or hanging out at the dog park.
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