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Home Equity Calculator

Home Equity Loan Calculator

If you’re a homeowner in search of financing, you may be able to tap into your home equity with a home equity loan. This home equity loan calculator will give you an idea of how much you can borrow based on your ownership of your home. By entering some basic information, you can quickly estimate your maximum home equity loan amount.




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What Is a Home Equity Loan Calculator?

A home equity loan calculator gives you an idea of whether you can qualify for a home equity loan, along with how much you can borrow and your monthly payment amount. The calculator bases these figures on your current home value and existing mortgage balance.

You usually need at least 15% to 20% equity in your home to qualify for a home equity loan. Equity is the difference between your home’s value and current mortgage loan balance (plus any other loans secured by your home, such as a home equity loan or line of credit).

How to Use the Home Equity Loan Calculator

Using the home equity loan calculator is easy. All you need to do is enter two basic pieces of information:

•   Home’s estimated value (remember, this is not what you paid for your home but rather its current estimated market value)

•   Existing mortgage balance (include the balance on all loans or credit lines you have that are secured by your home)

After you provide this information, the home equity loan calculator will reveal your estimated maximum home equity loan amount. Note that this calculator assumes good or excellent credit. If you have weaker credit, you might have higher loan costs or not qualify for a home equity loan. Keep in mind that this calculator only provides an estimate. You’ll need to work with a lender directly to get a specific offer based on your financial situation.

Recommended: Home Loan Help Center

Benefits of Using a Home Equity Loan Calculator

Here are the main advantages of using a home equity loan calculator.

•   It crunches the numbers for you. Instantly estimate your potential loan amount without doing the math by hand.

•   It shows your maximum loan amount. This calculator shows the most you might be able to borrow — but remember that you don’t have to borrow the full amount if it exceeds your financing needs.

What Is a Home Equity Loan?

A home equity loan is a type of loan that’s secured by your home. It provides a lump-sum of funding upfront that you pay back in monthly installments over time. You can usually choose a repayment term that ranges anywhere from five to 30 years.

You’ll pay interest on the loan, along with any additional fees. Similar to a mortgage, home equity loans typically come with closing costs, which may total between 2% and 5% of your loan amount.

Benefits of a Home Equity Loan

There are several benefits to taking out a home equity loan, including:

•   High loan amounts: Depending on how much equity you have in your home, you may be able to access a large loan amount. This may be helpful if you’re looking to pay for a pricey renovation or other high-cost project.

•   Competitive interest rates: Since home equity loans are secured by your home, they may offer better interest rates than unsecured personal loans.

•   Lengthy repayment terms: Depending on the lender, you might get to choose a repayment term as long as 30 years.

•   Fixed interest rate: Most home equity loans come with a fixed interest rate, so you don’t have to worry about your rate increasing over time. A fixed rate also makes it easy to estimate your long-term loan costs up front.

•   Predictable monthly payments: Your monthly payments will stay the same over the life of your loan, making it easier to work them into your budget.

•   Possible tax breaks: Through 2025, you can claim a tax deduction on your home equity loan interest if you use the loan to “buy, build, or substantially improve [your] residence.”

Recommended: First-Time Homebuyer Guide

Home Equity Loan Requirements

Specific requirements for a home equity loan will vary by lender, but to get a home equity loan you’ll have to go through a process similar to the mortgage preapproval process. Lenders generally consider the following:

•   Loan-to-value (LTV) ratio: LTV compares the amount you owe against your home with its current value. Lenders usually want to see an LTV no higher than 80%. (LTV = Loan Value ÷ Property Value.) On a $400,000 home, for example, that means that you should owe no more than $320,000.

•   Credit score and history: You’ll need a good or excellent credit score to qualify for the best rates. Lenders also review your credit report for any red flags, such as missed payments or loan delinquencies.

•   Income: You’ll need to show that you have sufficient income to pay back your home equity loan in addition to making your mortgage payment or other debt payments.

•   Debt-to-income (DTI) ratio: Your DTI compares your monthly debt payments with your gross income. Lenders generally prefer a DTI lower than 50%.

Home Equity Loan Process

If you decide to take out a home equity loan, here are the steps you’ll need to take:

1.    Shop around: Get prequalified with multiple lenders so you can compare several offers from home equity loans. Taking the time to research your options and find the best deal could save you thousands of dollars in the long run.

2.    Fill out the application: Once you’ve selected a lender, you can fill out a complete application with your personal and financial details. You’ll need to upload verifying documentation, too, such as pay stubs, W-2s, and bank statements.

3.    Prepare for an appraisal: You might need to get an in-person appraisal to assess your current home value. However, some lenders can complete this process online without requiring an in-person visit.

4.    Close on your loan: It may take two to six weeks for the lender to process your application and underwrite your loan. Your final steps in the process will be paying closing costs and signing your loan agreement.

5.    Receive your loan and start repayment: The lender will send your home equity loan funds as a lump sum. You’ll start paying back your loan on a monthly basis on your agreed-upon terms.

Home Equity Loan Example

Let’s say that you own a home worth $400,000 and have an outstanding mortgage balance of $200,000. In this case, you’d hold 50% equity in your home, which is sufficient to qualify for a home equity loan.

Now let’s say that you took out a $100,000 home equity loan at an 8% interest rate. Here’s what your monthly payments and long-term interest costs would be on different repayment terms, according to a mortgage calculator.

Repayment term Monthly payments Total interest charges
5 years $2,027.64 $21,658.37
10 years $1,213.28 $45,593.11
15 years $955.65 $72,017.38
20 years $836.44 $100,745.62
30 years $733.76 $164,155.25

Tips on Home Equity Loans

Home equity loans can be a useful financing option, especially if you’re using them toward a renovation or other project that will boost the value of your home. They’re also useful if you have a fixed-cost project, such as a deck installation or roof replacement.

If you aren’t sure how much a big project will cost or you just want a more flexible form of financing, a home equity line of credit (HELOC) might be preferable. HELOCs also let you tap into your home equity, but you can borrow from them on an as-needed basis and only pay interest on the amount you take out.

Keep in mind, however, that both home equity loans and HELOCs use your home as collateral. If you can’t afford repayment, the lender can seize your home through foreclosure. You could also end up underwater if your home value decreases, which occurs when you owe more debt on your home than it’s worth.

Another option if you need cash for a big home project is a mortgage refinance, and specifically a cash-out refinance, which allows borrowers to refinance their loan while also taking out funds based on their home equity. As with any refinancing, you’ll end up with a new mortgage interest rate and a new loan term, which could be longer or shorter than your current term.

The Takeaway

Home equity loans can offer large loan amounts, competitive interest rates, and predictable monthly payments for qualifying homeowners. Plus, you might qualify for a tax break if you’re using your loan to improve your home.

At the same time, borrowing against your home is risky if you can’t afford the monthly loan payments. Before you borrow, use a home equity loan calculator to estimate how much you might be able to borrow.

SoFi now partners with Spring EQ to offer flexible HELOCs. Our HELOC options allow you to access up to 90% of your home’s value, or $500,000, at competitively lower rates. And the application process is quick and convenient.

Unlock your home’s value with a home equity line of credit brokered by SoFi.

FAQ

How do you calculate home equity loan payments?

You can calculate home equity loan payments based on your loan amount, interest rate, and repayment term.

How much would a $75,000 home equity loan cost per month?

The monthly cost of a $75,000 home equity loan would depend on your interest rate and repayment term. If you assume an 8% interest rate, your monthly payments would be $1,521 on a five-year term, $910 on a 10-year term, $627 on a 20-year term, and $550 on a 30-year term. Expect lower payments with a lower interest rate and higher payments with a higher rate.

What is a risk of taking out a home equity loan?

The main risk of taking out a home equity loan is losing your home to foreclosure if you can’t afford repayment. It’s also possible that you could end up owing more on your home than the property is worth if your home value goes down.


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²SoFi Bank, N.A. NMLS #696891 (Member FDIC), offers loans directly or we may assist you in obtaining a loan from SpringEQ, a state licensed lender, NMLS #1464945.
All loan terms, fees, and rates may vary based upon your individual financial and personal circumstances and state.
You should consider and discuss with your loan officer whether a Cash Out Refinance, Home Equity Loan or a Home Equity Line of Credit is appropriate. Please note that the SoFi member discount does not apply to Home Equity Loans or Lines of Credit not originated by SoFi Bank. Terms and conditions will apply. Before you apply, please note that not all products are offered in all states, and all loans are subject to eligibility restrictions and limitations, including requirements related to loan applicant’s credit, income, property, and a minimum loan amount. Lowest rates are reserved for the most creditworthy borrowers. Products, rates, benefits, terms, and conditions are subject to change without notice. Learn more at SoFi.com/eligibility-criteria. Information current as of 06/27/24.
In the event SoFi serves as broker to Spring EQ for your loan, SoFi will be paid a fee.

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SOFI CREDIT CARD TERMS OF OFFER INTEREST RATES AND INTEREST CHARGES

Annual Percentage Rate (APR) for Purchases

0% Introductory APR on purchases for the first 15 months from account opening. After that, your standard purchase APR will be 18.74% to 32.99% based on your creditworthiness. Your standard APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate.

Annual Percentage Rate (APR) for Balance Transfers

0% Introductory APR on balance transfers for the first 15 months from the date of first transfer when transfers are completed within 60 days from the date of account opening. After that, your standard purchase APR will be 18.74% to 32.99% based on your creditworthiness. The standard APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate. The maximum amount you may use for Balance Transfers will not exceed 75% of your total Credit Limit.

Annual Percentage Rate (APR) for Cash Advances

30.74%. This APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate.

How to Avoid Paying Interest on Purchases

Your due date is at least 25 days after the close of each billing cycle. We will not charge you interest on purchases made during the most recent billing cycle if you pay your entire balance (adjusted for any financing plan, if applicable) in full on or before the due date each month. We will begin charging interest on cash advances and balance transfers on the transaction date.

Minimum Interest Charge

If you are charged interest, the charge will be no less than $1.00.

For Credit Card Tips from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

To learn more about factors to consider when applying for or using a credit card, visit the website of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau at https://www.consumerfinance.gov/learnmore

FEES
Annual Fee None
Transaction Fees

  • Balance Transfer Fee
  • Cash Advance Fee

  • The greater of $10 or 5% of the Balance Transfer
  • The greater of $10 or 5% of the Cash Advance
Penalty Fees

  • Late Payment Fee
  • Returned Payment Fee

  • Up to $41
  • None

How We Will Calculate Your Balance

We use the “daily balance” method, including new transactions, to calculate the daily balance on which we will charge interest.

Loss of Introductory APR

We may revoke any promotional APR if you fail to make a payment of at least the minimum payment due within 60 days of the due date. Your new APR will be the Standard Purchase APR.

Bonus Terms

In order to receive the $200 bonus, your SoFi Everyday Cash Rewards Credit Card account must be in good standing, and you must spend $1,000 or more within 90 days of account opening. You will receive your bonus as a statement credit to your SoFi Everyday Cash Rewards Credit Card account. The following charges and transactions shall be excluded when calculating your total spend during the Promotion Period: reversed transactions, returned purchases, fees or interest charges, balance transfers or cash advances, purchase of traveler’s checks or other cash equivalents, purchase or reloading of prepaid cards, and quasi-cash transactions with certain categories of merchants. This offer does not change your responsibility to make the minimum monthly payment. Allow 45 days from qualifying for the statement credit to be posted to your SoFi Everyday Cash Rewards Credit Card account.

Variable Rates

Your Daily Periodic Rate(s) and corresponding Annual Percentage Rate(s) will change if the Prime Rate changes. If the Daily Periodic Rate(s) and corresponding Annual Percentage Rate(s) increase, your interest charges will increase, and your minimum payment will be greater. Complete details regarding how the variable rate is determined are set forth in the Cardholder Agreement.

Payment Allocation

We decide how to apply your payment, up to the minimum payment, to the balances on your account. We may apply the minimum payment first to interest charges, then to the balances with the lowest APR, and then to the balances with higher APRs.

If you pay more than the Minimum Payment, we’ll apply the amount over the Minimum Payment, first to the Balance with the highest APR, then to the Balance with the next highest APR, and so on, except as otherwise required by applicable law.

SoFi Everyday Cash Rewards Credit Card Terms & Conditions

The SoFi Everyday Cash Rewards Credit Card is issued by SoFi Bank, N.A. (“SoFi”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). By submitting this application, you request that we establish a card account (“SoFi Credit Card Account”) for you and any authorized users you have designated. You agree that all information provided in this application is verifiable and accurate. The SoFi Credit Card Account will be governed by the terms of the cardholder agreement (“Cardholder Agreement”), which will be provided when the SoFi Credit Card Account is issued.

Your eligibility for a SoFi Credit Card Account or a subsequently offered product or service is subject to the final determination by SoFi Bank, N.A., as issuer. Please allow thirty (30) days from the date of submission to process your application.

You must be at least 18 years of age (or of legal age in your state of residence). The card offer referenced in this communication is only available to individuals who reside in the United States. This communication is not and should not be construed as an offer to individuals outside of the United States.

Identity Verification

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT PROCEDURES FOR OPENING A NEW CARD ACCOUNT

To help the government fight the funding of terrorism and money laundering activities, federal law requires all financial institutions to obtain, verify, and record information that identifies each person who opens a SoFi Credit Card Account. This means that we will ask for your name, address, date of birth, and other information that will allow us to identify you when you open a SoFi Credit Card Account. We may also ask to see your driver’s license or other identifying documents and obtain identification information about you or any authorized user you add to your SoFi Credit Card Account.

Credit Reports

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You authorize us to request credit reports and other information about you from consumer reporting agencies and other sources for such purposes as: (a) determining whether to issue you a SoFi Credit Card Account, (b) administering, reviewing, and renewing the SoFi Card Account, (c) credit line increases or decreases, (d) collection and other servicing of the SoFi Credit Card Account, (e) offering other products, (f) services, and (g) for any other uses permitted by law. We may report negative information about your SoFi Credit Card Account payment history, like delinquencies, to consumer reporting agencies.

Cardholder Agreement

If you are approved for a SoFi Credit Card Account, you’ll receive the Cardholder Agreement. By activating your SoFi Credit Card Account, using the SoFi Everyday Cash Rewards Credit Card or making any payment to your Account, you are agreeing to be bound by the terms of the Cardholder Agreement. We have the right to make changes to the terms of your SoFi Credit Card Account (including rates and fees) in accordance with the Cardholder Agreement.

In New York, this Agreement begins on the first date that you sign a sales slip or memorandum evidencing the purchase of goods or services.

Credit Eligibility

To receive a SoFi Credit Card Account, you must meet certain applicable criteria bearing on creditworthiness. Your revolving credit limit may be determined based on the following:

  • Your annual salary and wages
  • Any other annual income
  • A review of your debt, including the debt listed on your credit report.
  • A review of your credit history and other factors deemed relevant by the issuer

We’ll inform you of your revolving credit limit when you’re approved for your SoFi Credit Card Account. Some credit limits may be as low as $500.

About Adding An Authorized User

Before adding an authorized user to your SoFi Credit Card Account you should know that:

  • You’re responsible for all charges made to your SoFi Credit Card Account by the authorized user
  • Authorized users have access to your SoFi Credit Card Account information
  • Before adding an authorized user, you must first let them know that we may report SoFi Credit Card Account performance to the credit reporting agencies in the authorized user’s name
  • A review of your credit history and other factors deemed relevant by the issuer

If we ask for information about the authorized user, you must obtain their permission to share their information with us and for us to share it as allowed by applicable law.

Additional Information

Any benefit, reward, service, or feature offered in connection with your Card Account may change or be discontinued at any time for any reason except as otherwise expressly indicated. SoFi Bank isn’t responsible for products and services offered by other companies.

SoFi Everyday Cash Rewards Credit Card Rewards Program

With the SoFi Everyday Cash Rewards Credit Card, you can earn rewards points for purchases made using your card, rewards offered through the SoFi Member Rewards Program, or other rewards offered from time to time, and you can redeem those rewards points for statement credits and other redemption methods offered through the SoFi Member Rewards Program. More details on SoFi Everyday Cash Rewards Credit Card Rewards can be foundhere.

SoFi Member Rewards Program

As a SoFi Member, you can earn points by using features across SoFi products that are designed to help you Get Your Money Right. When you elect to redeem Rewards Points toward active SoFi accounts, including but not limited to your SoFi Checking or Savings account, SoFi Money® account, SoFi Active Invest account, SoFi Automated Invest account, SoFi Credit Card account, SoFi Personal Loan, Private Student Loan, Student Loan Refinance, or toward SoFi Travel purchases, your Rewards Points will redeem at a rate of 1 cent per every point.

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  • Taking away the rewards points you earned because of fraud, misuse, or abuse
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  • Taking legal action to recover our monetary losses, including litigation costs and damages

Some examples of fraud, misuse, abuse and suspicious activity include:

  • Using your SoFi Credit Card Account in an abusive manner for the primary purpose of acquiring rewards points
  • Using your SoFi Credit Card Account other than primarily for personal, consumer, or household purposes

SoFi Bank reserves the right to take action, including but not limited to those actions enumerated above, based on your activity across any SoFi product, as well as external information received from SoFi third-party vendors, external bureaus, or industry referrals.

Special Notices

California Residents:
If married, you may apply for a separate account.

Delaware Residents:
Service charges not in excess of those permitted by law will be charged on the outstanding balances from month to month.

Ohio Residents:
The Ohio laws against discrimination require that all creditors make credit equally available to all credit worthy customers, and that credit reporting agencies maintain separate credit histories on each individual upon request. The Ohio civil rights commission administers compliance with this law.

Wisconsin Residents:
If you are applying for individual credit or joint credit with someone other than your spouse, and your spouse also lives in Wisconsin, combine your financial information with your spouse’s financial information. No provision of any marital property agreement, unilateral statement under Section 766.59 of the Wisconsin statutes or court order under section 766.70 adversely affects the interest of the lender, unless the lender, prior to the time credit is granted, is furnished a copy of the agreement, statement of decree or has actual knowledge of the adverse provision when the obligation to the lender is incurred. If married, you understand that your lender must inform your spouse if a credit account is opened for you.

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SOFI CREDIT CARD TERMS OF OFFER INTEREST RATES AND INTEREST CHARGES

Annual Percentage Rate (APR) for Purchases

0% Introductory APR on purchases for the first 15 months from account opening. After that, your standard purchase APR will be 18.74% to 29.24% based on your creditworthiness. Your standard APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate.

Annual Percentage Rate (APR) for Balance Transfers

0% Introductory APR on balance transfers for the first 15 months from the date of first transfer when transfers are completed within 60 days from the date of account opening. After that, your standard purchase APR will be 18.74% to 29.24% based on your creditworthiness. The standard APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate. The maximum amount you may use for Balance Transfers will not exceed 75% of your total Credit Limit.

Annual Percentage Rate (APR) for Cash Advances

30.74%. This APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate.

How to Avoid Paying Interest on Purchases

Your due date is at least 25 days after the close of each billing cycle. We will not charge you interest on purchases made during the most recent billing cycle if you pay your entire balance (adjusted for any financing plan, if applicable) in full on or before the due date each month. We will begin charging interest on cash advances and balance transfers on the transaction date.

Minimum Interest Charge

If you are charged interest, the charge will be no less than $1.00.

For Credit Card Tips from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

To learn more about factors to consider when applying for or using a credit card, visit the website of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau at https://www.consumerfinance.gov/learnmore

FEES
Annual Fee None
Transaction Fees

  • Balance Transfer Fee
  • Cash Advance Fee

  • The greater of $10 or 5% of the Balance Transfer
  • The greater of $10 or 5% of the Cash Advance
Penalty Fees

  • Late Payment Fee
  • Returned Payment Fee

  • Up to $41
  • None

How We Will Calculate Your Balance

We use the “daily balance” method including new transactions, to calculate the daily balance on which we will charge interest.

Loss of Introductory APR

We may revoke any promotional APR if you fail to make a payment of at least the minimum payment due within 60 days of the due date. Your new APR will be the Standard Purchase APR.

Bonus Terms

In order to receive the $200 bonus, your SoFi Unlimited 2% Credit Card account must be in good standing, and you must spend $1,000 or more within 90 days of account opening. You will receive your bonus as a statement credit to your SoFi Unlimited 2% Credit Card account. The following charges and transactions shall be excluded when calculating your total spend during the Promotion Period: reversed transactions, returned purchases, fees or interest charges, balance transfers or cash advances, purchase of traveler’s checks or other cash equivalents, purchase or reloading of prepaid cards, and quasi-cash transactions with certain categories of merchants. This offer does not change your responsibility to make the minimum monthly payment. Allow 45 days from qualifying for the statement credit to be posted to your SoFi Unlimited 2% Credit Card account.

Variable Rates

Your Daily Periodic Rate(s) and corresponding Annual Percentage Rate(s) will change if the Prime Rate changes. If the Daily Periodic Rate(s) and corresponding Annual Percentage Rate(s) increase, your interest charges will increase, and your minimum payment will be greater. Complete details regarding how the variable rate is determined are set forth in the Cardholder Agreement.

Payment Allocation

We decide how to apply your payment, up to the minimum payment, to the balances on your account. We may apply the minimum payment first to interest charges, then to the balances with the lowest APR and then to Balances with higher APRs.

If you pay more than the Minimum Payment, we’ll apply the amount over the Minimum Payment first to the Balance with the highest APR, then to the Balance with the next highest APR, and so on, except as otherwise required by applicable law.

SoFi Unlimited 2% Credit Card Terms & Conditions

The SoFi Unlimited 2% Credit Card is issued by SoFi Bank, N.A. (“SoFi”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). By submitting this application, you request that we establish a card account (the “SoFi Credit Card Account”) for you and any authorized users you have designated. You agree that all information provided in this application must be verifiable and accurate. The SoFi Credit Card Account will be governed by the terms of the cardholder agreement (“Cardholder Agreement”) which will be provided when the SoFi Credit Card Account is issued.

Your eligibility for a SoFi Credit Card Account or a subsequently offered product or service is subject to the final determination by SoFi Bank, N.A., as issuer. Please allow thirty (30) days from the date of submission to process your application.

You must be at least 18 years of age (or of legal age in your state of residence). The card offer referenced in this communication is only available to individuals who reside in the United States. This communication is not and should not be construed as an offer to individuals outside of the United States.

Identity Verification

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT PROCEDURES FOR OPENING A NEW CARD ACCOUNT

To help the government fight the funding of terrorism and money laundering activities, federal law requires all financial institutions to obtain, verify, and record information that identifies each person who opens a SoFi Credit Card Account. This means that we will ask for your name, address, date of birth, and other information that will allow us to identify you when you open a SoFi Credit Card Account. We may also ask to see your driver’s license or other identifying documents; and obtain identification information about you or any authorized user you add to your SoFi Credit Card Account.

Credit Reports

Upon completion of your Credit Card application and submission, you authorize us to request a copy of your credit report from one or more consumer agencies. Upon receiving your completed application, we will conduct a soft credit pull, which will not impact your credit score. You hereby authorize us to conduct a soft credit pull upon receipt of your application. You understand that after evaluating your completed application and soft pull credit report, we may determine not to offer credit to you. If we approve your application, we will conduct a hard credit pull, which might impact your credit score. You hereby authorize us to conduct a hard credit pull following approval of your application.

You authorize us to request credit reports and other information about you from consumer reporting agencies and other sources, for such purposes as: (a) determining whether to issue you a SoFi Credit Card Account, (b) administering, reviewing and renewing the SoFi Card Account, (c) credit line increases or decreases, (d) collection and other servicing of the SoFi Credit Card Account, (e) offering other products, (f) services, and (g) for any other uses permitted by law. We may report negative information about your SoFi Credit Card Account payment history, like delinquencies, to consumer reporting agencies.

Cardholder Agreement

If you are approved for a SoFi Credit Card Account, you’ll receive the Cardholder Agreement. By activating your SoFi Credit Card Account, using the SoFi Unlimited 2% Credit Card or making any payment to your Account, you are agreeing to be bound by the terms of the Cardholder Agreement. We have the right to make changes to the terms of your SoFi Credit Card Account (including rates and fees) in accordance with the Cardholder Agreement.

In New York, this Agreement begins on the first date that you sign a sales slip or memorandum evidencing the purchase of goods or services.

Credit Eligibility

To receive a SoFi Credit Card Account, you must meet certain applicable criteria bearing on creditworthiness. Your revolving credit limit may be determined based on the following:

  • Your annual salary and wages
  • Any other annual income
  • A review of your debt, including the debt listed on your credit report.
  • A review of your credit history and other factors deemed relevant by the issuer

We’ll inform you of your revolving credit limit when you’re approved for your SoFi Credit Card Account. Some credit limits may be as low as $500.

About Adding An Authorized User

Before adding an authorized user to your SoFi Credit Card Account you should know that:

  • You’re responsible for all charges made to your SoFi Credit Card Account by the authorized user
  • Authorized users have access to your SoFi Credit Card Account information
  • Before adding an authorized user, you must first let them know that we may report SoFi Credit Card Account performance to the credit reporting agencies in the authorized user’s name
  • A review of your credit history and other factors deemed relevant by the issuer

If we ask for information about the authorized user, you must obtain their permission to share their information with us and for us to share it as allowed by applicable law.

Additional Information

Any benefit, reward, service or feature offered in connection with your Card Account may change or be discontinued at any time for any reason, except as otherwise expressly indicated. SoFi Bank isn’t responsible for products and services offered by other companies.

SoFi Unlimited 2% Credit Card Rewards Program

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Is 713 a Good Credit Score?

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    By Jason Steele

    (Last Updated – 07/2024)

    A 713 credit score is considered to be “good” credit, and should give you access to a wide array of loans and credit cards. However, your score isn’t as good as it could be, and falls below the “very good” and “exceptional” credit tiers. As a result, you may not receive the lowest available annual percentage rates (APRs) or a lender’s most favorable terms.

    Let’s take a closer look at what a 713 credit score means, and what kind of credit cards, auto loans, personal loans, and mortgages you can get with this score.

    What Does a 713 Credit Score Mean?

    A credit score is a three-digit number, typically ranging between 300 and 850, meant to predict how likely someone is to repay a loan on time. Your credit scores (yes, you have more than one) are calculated based on account and payment information in your credit reports. You have three credit reports, one from each of the major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion).

    There are two major credit score providers, FICO® and VantageScore®. Using the FICO scoring model, which is the one most commonly used, a 713 credit score falls into the “good” range (670 to 739), but below the “very good” (740 to 799) and “exceptional” (800+) tiers. With VantageScore, a 713 credit score also lands in the “good” range (661 to 780), below the “excellent” tier (781 to 850).

    A 713 score can mean that you are newer to credit or that you’ve been using credit for a while but have made a few mistakes along the way, such as the occasional late payment or using a large amount of your available credit. Nevertheless, your 713 credit score is close to the average credit score in the U.S., which is 717. Having “good” and not “fair” or “poor” credit also signals to lenders that you are an acceptable borrower and relatively low risk.

    Recommended: FICO Score vs Credit Score

    What Can You Get with a 713 Credit Score?

    With a 713 credit score, you are likely to have access to a variety of lending products, including credit cards, auto loans, personal loans, and home mortgages. Here’s a breakdown of what you may be able to qualify for with a 713 score.

    Can I Get a Credit Card with a 713 Credit Score?

    Your credit score plays a big role in whether or not you can get approved when applying for a new credit card. It also determines the credit limit, interest rate, and perks the card issuer will offer you. Generally, higher scores will qualify you for larger limits, better rewards programs, and lower interest rates.

    With a 713 credit score, you shouldn’t have difficulty getting approved for a credit card, including cards with no annual fees and those that offer some cash back or travel rewards. You’ll also likely qualify for most store credit cards, which can only be used at that particular store or chain of stores.

    That said, a 713 score likely isn’t going to be high enough to qualify for premium travel rewards cards that offer generous perks, sign-up bonuses, and lower interest rates, or the best 0% APR offers. These more exclusive credit cards typically require borrowers to have a score between 720 and 850.

    Can I Get an Auto Loan with a 713 Credit Score?

    You should be able to get approved for most auto loans with a 713 credit score. About 69% of vehicle financing is for borrowers with credit scores of 661 or higher, according to Experian.

    The car loans with the lowest interest rates and most favorable terms, however, are generally reserved for borrowers who have “very good” or “exceptional” credit. For example, borrowers with credit scores between 781 to 850 pay, on average, 5.38% APR for a new car loan; those with scores between 661 to 780 pay, on average, 6.89% APR for a new car loan.

    Whether you get approved for an auto loan and what rate you’ll be offered will also depend on how much money you put down on the car and how much you’re looking to borrow.

    Can I Get a Mortgage with a 713 Credit Score?

    You can likely get a mortgage loan with a 713 credit score, including a conventional mortgage (the most commonly used mortgage loans) and a jumbo loan (which carries higher amounts than conventional loans). However, you probably won’t qualify for a mortgage lender’s best rate. Instead, you’ll likely pay an interest rate in line with national averages.

    Whether you qualify for a mortgage and at what interest rate, however, will depend on more than your credit score. Lenders will likely also look closely at your debt-to-income ratio (DTI), which is the percentage of your monthly gross income that is being used to pay your monthly debts. A DTI of 43% is typically the cut-off for getting approved for a mortgage, but lenders generally prefer ratios of no more than 36%.

    As part of your application, a mortgage lender will also consider the amount of your down payment, along with your income and employment history.

    Can I Get a Personal Loan with a 713 Credit Score?

    Like most credit cards, personal loans are typically unsecured, meaning they’re not backed by collateral. As a result, lenders rely solely on a borrower’s creditworthiness to assess if a borrower qualifies and at what rate. Creditworthiness is usually a combination of your credit history and score, in addition to income and debt.

    The good news is that you shouldn’t have difficulty getting a personal loan with a 713 score. To qualify, borrowers generally need a minimum credit score of 580. Your chances of getting a low interest rate on a personal loan, however, will be much higher if you have a credit score of 740 or above.

    Once approved, a personal loan gives you access to a lump sum of money (anywhere between $1,000 to $50,000, sometimes more) that you can use for virtually any purpose. Personal loans are commonly used for home improvements, credit card consolidation, medical debt, large purchases, weddings, funeral costs, and more.

    The Takeaway

    A 713 credit score is a good credit score, but it’s not as good as it could be. To qualify for loans with the lowest interest rates and receive the most favorable terms, you’ll want to get your credit score closer to 740, ideally even higher. Building your credit — by always making on-time credit payments, catching up on past-due accounts, and paying down revolving account balances — can help improve your credit profile and allow you to unlock lending products with lower rates in the future.

    Think twice before turning to high-interest credit cards. Consider a SoFi personal loan instead. SoFi offers competitive fixed rates and same-day funding. See your rate in minutes.


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