Personal Loan Repayment: How It Works and How to Pay Off Your Loan Smarter
Learn how personal loan repayment works.
Personal Loans Repayment Options
Learn how personal loan repayment works and strategies to stay on track.

Personal Loans
Can You Pay Off a Personal Loan Early?
If your loan doesn't have a prepayment penalty, you can pay it off early. Here's how to when it's a good idea and when you should put your funds somewhere else.

Written by Jeanine Skowronski, CEPF
| April 17, 2026
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Personal Loans
What Is a Prepayment Penalty?
Believe it or not, you can be charged a prepayment penalty for paying off a personal loan early. Lenders may charge these fees to mitigate prepayment risk.

Written by Sarah Sharkey
| April 20, 2026
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Personal Loans
Can You Refinance a Personal Loan?
You can refinance a personal loan, either with your current lender or by switching to a new one. Here's what you need to know.

Written by Sarah Silbert
| April 17, 2026
6 MIN READ
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Personal Loans
What Happens If You Default on a Personal Loan?
Learn what happens if you default on a personal loan. It might damage your credit score and tack on more to your debt.

Written by Sarah Silbert
| April 20, 2026
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