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How long does it take to refinance a car?

Does it take a long time to refinance a car? I’m really busy with work and school right now, but I’m sure that I could get a better rate on my car loan if I refinanced. I just need to know how much time I should budget for it.

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Liz Jenson · Updated on
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It can take anywhere from one day to two weeks to refinance a car, depending on the extent of the research that you do and the lender you choose.
You’re probably picturing loads of paperwork and carving a bunch of hours out of your busy schedule, right? That’s how it used to be. But with
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