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By Marisa Schley

The Secret to Getting the Best Interest Rate

Do this to get a low interest rate so you can save thousands over the life of a loan.

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Three tips for anyone looking to secure a loan. Loans come with interest. That's a fact of life. But that doesn't mean you're at the mercy of the lender. You do have some control over your interest rate, which is great news for all those who are looking to secure a mortgage. Odds are that you'll be borrowing a significant amount of money to purchas...
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