 TITLE: What Is a Personal Loan? CONTENT: Do Your Homework\n----------------\nA personal loan can help you cover necessary expenses and improve your debt situation. But it's important to consider both the benefits and drawbacks before you apply. It's also essential that you take the time to shop around and compare different options before applying for one.\nAs you research lenders, check out Experian CreditMatch™, which can provide loan offers from multiple lenders in one place with just a few details from you. This can help you save time as you research and narrow down your list of potential lenders. END