Remember: Actual card and loan conditions depend on the financial institution's approved terms and contract.
Advertised minimum rates are only a starting point
Compare your actual approved offer.
Keep shopping within a reasonable window
JCIC groups new-loan inquiries within each 30-day window for scoring.
Do not compare only monthly payment
Total paid and term matter.
Keep written offers
For side-by-side review.
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