Is a Credit Card or Personal Loan Better?

Considering the differences may help you pay off your debt faster, while paying less interest.

Whether you want to pay for your wedding or pay down debt, you may be considering using a credit card or taking out a personal loan. Although these solutions have some similarities — both are technically loans (not requiring collateral) and both tend to offer borrowers with good credit more favorable terms — there are also important differences.

Take a look at how credit cards and personal loans compare.

While credit cards are convenient for day-to-day purchases, personal loans may be a better long-term option for big expenses or paying down higher-interest debt. Consider your priorities and your financial situation to decide what works best for you.

Source

  1. Federal Reserve statistical release: Consumer Credit, May 2021,” July 8, 2021, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System

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