 TITLE: What Happens to Interest Rates During a Recession? CONTENT: Check Your Credit Before Refinancing\n------------------------------------\nIf you're considering refinancing, or taking out a new loan, your credit can have a direct impact on your ability to qualify and the interest rate you'll receive. You can check your credit score for free with Experian, see which factors are impacting your score and learn how you may be able to increase it. Then, start shopping for a new loan to see which lender will offer you the best rate. END