Predatory lending: What it is and how to avoid it
Predatory lenders employ many tactics. Here’s what to watch for.
TJ Porter has eight years of experience as a personal finance writer covering investing, banking, credit, and more. He has written dozens of articles for Bankrate and other popular finance websites such as Credit Karma and the Balance.
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