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THERE are many factors to consider before borrowing money. You must know exactly how much you need – whether it’s from the bank or from friends, you can’t just show up with a rough estimate. You also need to consider where you’ll get the loan at the most favourable terms, for example where the interest and risk are lowest. Here are five common options