 TITLE: Didn’t Get CARES Act Relief on Your Student Loans? Consider Refinancing CONTENT: Check Your Credit Before Considering Refinancing\n------------------------------------------------\nBecause your credit score plays an important role in your odds of getting approved for refinancing and your interest rate, it's important to check your credit score to see where you stand.\nAlso, check your credit report to see if there are any areas you can address before you apply. For example, you may have high credit card balances, past-due payments or even inaccurate information that could be hurting your credit score.\nWorking to improve your credit can take some time, but the effort can pay off if it helps you qualify for a lower interest rate and better overall terms than what you have right now. END