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Cynthia Measom

6 Smart Ways To Get Approved for Loans and Credit Cards with a Low Credit Score

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Historically, people with low credit scores struggled to get approved for most loans or credit cards, but things have changed. Now, lenders and credit card issuers are using alternative methods and data to evaluate applicants, opening the doors to more approvals.

Below, we’ll explore some of the ways even those without optimal credit are securing loans and credit cards.

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