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Personal Loans | 2023 New Years Campaign [LCM]


Personal LOANS

Take out a personal loan.
Advance a bajillion spaces.

Let’s play 2023! No matter what space you land on, you can always use a SoFi Personal Loan with a fixed rate and no fees on $5K-$100K, plus a 0.50% rate discount​ when you apply by 2/8/23 to pay for just about anything—planned or unplanned—all around the board.


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BTW it’s a soft inquiry, so it won’t affect your credit score.


How to get a SoFi Personal Loan:

It’s easy to obtain your very own SoFi Personal Loan online—your ticket around the board in 2023. You’re up!

Pre-qualify

Find the rate that you qualify for in 60 seconds with no commitment.

Complete your application

When you’re ready, complete your online loan application with help from SoFi loan consultants.

Receive your funds.

Sign your documents and funds will be wired to your account—as soon as the same day.*


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(without impacting your credit score)



Compared to credit cards, our fixed-rate personal loan is an ace.

See how a SoFi Personal Loan could help you save thousands on interest compared to high-interest credit cards—so you can win, no matter how this year plays out.

SoFi Gem


Personal Loan


Balance

$33,097



Interest Rate


13.56% APR*



Monthly payment

$762



5-year interest paid

$12,658


High-interest rate credit card


Balance

$33,097



Interest Rate

21.20% APR



Monthly payment

$899



5-year interest paid

$20,849


Estimated savings with SoFi

$8,191

See your savings

Example chart shows calculations based on a 5 year SoFi Personal Loan with a fixed rate of 13.56% APR, which is the rounded average median funded APR for SoFi Personal Loan borrowers who took out a loan with a 5 year term” from November 1 2021- November 1 2022. Lowest rates are reserved for the most qualified borrowers. The ‘High-Interest Rate Credit-Card’ APR shown is the average credit card APR reported by Wallethub for Q3 2022 under their Good Credit category. The savings estimate also assumes that the borrower doesn’t take out any additional credit card debt during the same period. Both calculations assume 60 total monthly payments and no pre-payment amounts.



It’s your move.

Start by viewing your rate on a personal loan—it only takes a literal minute.


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(without impacting your credit score)



✝ To check the rates and terms you qualify for, SoFi conducts a soft credit pull that will not affect your credit score. However, if you choose a product and continue your application, we will request your full credit report from one or more consumer reporting agencies, which is considered a hard credit pull and may affect your credit.

Terms and conditions apply. SOFI RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR DISCONTINUE PRODUCTS AND BENEFITS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. To qualify, a borrower must be a U.S. citizen or other eligible status, be residing in the U.S., and meet SoFi’s underwriting requirements. Not all borrowers receive the lowest rate. Lowest rates reserved for the most creditworthy borrowers. If approved, your actual rate will be within the range of rates at the time of application and will depend on a variety of factors, including term of loan, evaluation of your creditworthiness, income, and other factors. If SoFi is unable to offer you a loan but matches you for a loan with a participating bank, then your rate may be outside the range of rates listed above. Rates and Terms are subject to change at any time without notice. SoFi Personal Loans can be used for any lawful personal, family, or household purposes and may not be used for post-secondary education expenses. Minimum loan amount is $5,000. The average of SoFi Personal Loans funded in 2021 was around $33k. Information current as of 12/17/25. SoFi Personal Loans originated by SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. NMLS #696891 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). See SoFi.com/legal for state-specific license details. See SoFi.com/eligibility-criteria for details and state restrictions.

Personal Loan Rates and Terms: Fixed rates from 8.74% APR to 35.49% APR reflect the 0.25% autopay discount. SoFi rate ranges are current as of 5/20/22 and are subject to change based on market conditions and borrower eligibility. Interest-rate caps may be lower in some states due to legal requirements and may impact your eligibility to qualify for a SoFi loan. Minimum loan requirements might be higher than $5,000 and interest-rate caps may be lower in some states due to legal requirements and may impact your eligibility to qualify for a SoFi loan. The average of SoFi Personal Loans funded in 2021 was around $33k. Not all applicants qualify for the lowest rate. Lowest rates reserved for the most creditworthy borrowers. Your actual rate will be within the range of rates listed and will depend on the term you select, evaluation of your creditworthiness, income, and a variety of other factors.

Subject to receipt of required documentation, underwriting guidelines, and processing time by your institution. Loans for amounts over $20,000 may require additional underwriting review time. Funds are disbursed via ACH as soon as the next business day after approval and acceptance of terms.

The SoFi 0.25% autopay interest rate reduction requires you to agree to make monthly principal and interest payments by an automatic monthly deduction from a savings or checking account. The benefit will discontinue and be lost for periods in which you do not pay by automatic deduction from a savings or checking account. Autopay is not required to receive a loan from SoFi.

PERSONAL LOAN INTEREST RATES AND FEES | ELIGIBILITY AND IMPORTANT DETAILS. Annual percentage rates (APRs) shown include the 0.25% autopay discount. If approved for a loan, the rates and terms offered will depend on things like creditworthiness, the length of the loan, and other factors, and will fall within the range of rates available by applicable loan term; check out our full APR examples and terms. Remember, not all applicants will qualify for the lowest rate. Want to learn more? See our eligibility criteria at SoFi.com/eligibility-criteria. SoFi reserves the right to change interest rates at any time without notice, changes would only apply to applications begun after the effective date of the change. Fixed Rates: Fixed rates range from 8.74% APR to 35.49% APR (with autopay). The SoFi 0.25% autopay interest rate reduction requires you to agree to make your scheduled monthly payments by an automatic monthly deduction (ACH) from a savings or checking account. Enrolling in autopay is not required to receive a loan from SoFi. Loan Terms: SoFi Personal Loans offer loans with a period of repayment between 2 and 7-year terms. Loan Fees: SoFi personal loans have no fees; specifically, no origination fees, no late fees, no prepayment penalties.

PERSONAL LOAN | REPAYMENT EXAMPLE. The following example depicts the APR, monthly payment and total payments during the life of a $30,000 personal loan with a 2-year repayment term, a 0.25% autopay discount, and a fixed rate between 8.74% APR to 35.49% APR. It works out to 24 monthly payments ranging from $1,366.97–$1,763.32 for a total amount of payments ranging from $32,807.19–$42,319.74. This repayment example assumes that the borrower is signed up for autopay and that all payments are made on time, with no pre-payments. Actual rates may vary based on repayment term, loan amount, creditworthiness, and other terms and conditions. SoFi does not offer variable rate personal loans. State restrictions may apply.

* Same-Day Personal Loan Funding: 86% of typical SoFi Personal Loan applications, excluding Direct Pay Personal Loans and Personal Loan refinance, from January 1, 2021 to December 1, 2021 that were signed before 7pm ET on a business day were funded the same day.




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SoFi Launches Early Access to Pay in 4

SoFi is rolling out early access to Pay in 4 to select SoFi members over the coming weeks. Pay in 4 is designed to provide SoFi members increased flexibility when it comes to large purchases.

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Earn Up to 3.25% APY with SoFi Checking & Savings

With the holidays coming up and inflation still hitting wallets hard, SoFi is continuing to raise our rates to ensure our members always get the most for their hard-earned money.

SoFi is raising our APY (yes, again!) to 3.25%¹, 13x the national average savings account rate², on all savings balances (including Vaults) for direct deposit members. Members with direct deposit will also continue to earn 2.50%, 62x the national average³, on checking balances. SoFi members without direct deposit will continue to earn 1.20% APY on all of their balances (across checking, savings and Vaults).

To help members put more money in their pocket, SoFi is offering even more ways to get your money right:

•  Earn up to $250 for adding qualifying direct deposits⁴: SoFi is offering up to $250 as a cash bonus for new members who sign up and set up qualifying direct deposits—or existing members who set up qualifying direct deposits before 1/31/23.

•  Earn up to 3% cashback on the SoFi Credit Card⁵: Members that open a new SoFi Credit Card and also have Checking and Savings account with a qualifying direct deposit or existing credit card members who set up a new direct deposit to SoFi Checking & Savings for the first time can start earning 3% cash back on all eligible credit card purchases for 365 days. Apply for a credit card here.6

Interested in earning more? Sign up for SoFi Checking & Savings. Already a member? Set up your SoFi direct deposit to make sure you get the most out of your money.

Disclosures:

1. SoFi members with direct deposit can earn up to 3.25% annual percentage yield (APY) on savings balances (including Vaults) and 2.50% APY on checking balances. There is no minimum direct deposit amount required to qualify for the 3.25% APY for savings and 2.50% APY for checking balances. Members without direct deposit will earn 1.20% APY on all account balances in checking and savings (including Vaults). Interest rates are variable and subject to change at any time. These rates are current as of 11/30/2022. Additional information can be found at https://www.sofi.com/legal/banking-rate-sheet.

2. 13x based on FDIC monthly savings account rate as of November 30, 2022.

3. 62x based on FDIC monthly interest checking rate as of November 30, 2022.

4. The following describes the terms that apply to participation in the SoFi Checking and Savings direct deposit program (“Program”) offered by SoFi Bank, N.A Member FDIC (“SoFi”).

Eligible Participants: All new and existing members without a history of direct deposit transactions into their SoFi Checking and Savings account are eligible for the Program. Members who previously enrolled in direct deposit into either SoFi Money or SoFi Checking and Savings do not qualify for this promotion.

Promotion Period: The Program will be available through 1/31/23 11:59PM ET.

Bonus Terms: In order to qualify for eligibility for a bonus, SoFi must receive at least one Qualifying Direct Deposit (as defined below) from an Eligible Participant before the end of the Promotion Period. Qualifying Direct Deposits are defined as deposits from an enrolled member’s employer, payroll, or benefits provider via ACH deposit. Deposits that are not from an employer (such as check deposits; P2P transfers such as from PayPal or Venmo, etc.; merchant transactions such as from PayPal, Stripe, Square, etc.; and bank ACH transfers not from employers) do not qualify for this promotion. The amount of the bonus, if any, is described below. No bonuses shall be paid for Qualifying Direct Deposits of less than $1,000 during the Evaluation Period (defined below).

Evaluation Period: The Evaluation Period begins when SoFi receives a Qualifying Direct Deposit (within the Promotion Period) and ends 25 days later (the “Evaluation Period”). The bonus amount will vary based on the total amount of Qualifying Direct Deposits received during the Evaluation Period. Once the Evaluation Period has elapsed, we will determine if you have met the offer requirements and will deposit any earned bonus into your checking account within 7 business days. For example, if SoFi receives between $1,000.00 and $4,999.99 in Qualifying Direct Deposits during the Evaluation Period, you will receive a cash bonus of $50. A member may only qualify for one bonus tier and will not be eligible for future bonus payments if inflows subsequently increase after the Evaluation Period.

Total Qualifying Direct Deposit amount in 25-day Evaluation Period

$1,000.00 – $4,999.99: $50 cash bonus
$5,000.00 or more: $250 cash bonus

Payment timeline: SoFi will credit members who meet qualification criteria within 7 business days of the end of the Evaluation Period.

Bonuses are considered miscellaneous income and may be reportable to the IRS on Form 1099-MISC (or Form 1042-S, if applicable). SoFi reserves the right to exclude any Members from participating in the Program for any reason, including suspected fraud, misuse, or if suspicious activities are observed. SoFi also reserves the right to stop or change the Program at any time.

5. You will need to maintain a qualifying Direct Deposit every month with SoFi Checking and Savings in order to continue to receive this promotional cash back rate. Qualifying Direct Deposits are defined as deposits from enrolled member’s employer, payroll, or benefits provider via ACH deposit. Deposits that are not from an employer (such as check deposits; P2P transfers such as from PayPal or Venmo, etc.; merchant transactions such as from PayPal, Stripe, Square, etc.; and bank ACH transfers not from employers) do not qualify for this promotion. A maximum of 36,000 rewards points can be earned from this limited-time offer. After the promotional period ends or once you have earned the maximum points offered by this promotion, your cash back earning rate will revert back to 2%. 36,000 rewards points are worth $360 when redeemed into SoFi Checking and Savings, SoFi Money, SoFi Invest, Crypto, SoFi Personal Loan, SoFi Private Student Loan or Student Loan Refinance and are worth $180 when redeemed as a SoFi Credit Card statement credit.

Promotion Period: The Program will be available from 4/5/22 12:01AM ET to 12/31/22 11:59PM ET. SoFi reserves the right to exclude any Member from participating in the Program for any reason, including suspected fraud, misuse, or if suspicious activities are observed. SoFi also reserves the right to stop or make changes to the Program at any time.

Eligible Participants: All new members who apply and get approved for the SoFi Credit Card, open a SoFi Checking and Savings account, and set up Direct Deposit transactions (“Direct Deposit”) into their SoFi Checking and Savings account during the promotion period are eligible. All existing SoFi Credit Card members who set up Direct Deposit into a SoFi Checking & Savings account during the promotion period are eligible. All existing SoFi members who have already enrolled in Direct Deposit into a SoFi Checking & Savings account prior to the promotion period, and who apply and get approved for a SoFi Credit Card during the promotion period are eligible. Existing SoFi members who already have the SoFi Credit Card and previously set up Direct Deposit through SoFi Money or SoFi Checking & Savings are not eligible for this promotion.

6. Accounts subject to additional credit approval. To qualify for approval, you must meet SoFi’s pre-established underwriting requirements, including verification of sufficient income to support your ability to pay. We will not extend you credit if you do not meet our pre-established criteria. SOFI RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR DISCONTINUE PRODUCTS AND BENEFITS PROSPECTIVELY BASED ON MARKET CONDITIONS AND BORROWER ELIGIBILITY. If approved for a SoFi Credit Card, your credit access line will be at least $1,000. 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, pursuant to license by Mastercard® International Incorporated and can be used everywhere Mastercard is accepted. Mastercard is a registered trademark, and the circles design is a trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated. Please allow up to 30 days from date of submission to process your application. The card offer referenced in this communication is only available to individuals who are at least 18 years of age (or of legal age in your state of residence), and who reside in the United States.

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SoFi Savings

High-Yield Savings Account

Supercharge your savings
and earn up to 4.30% APY.

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Open an account

For a limited time, open a new high yield savings account and earn up to 4.30% APY for six months. Plus, enjoy no account fees3, no minimums, and a cash bonus up to $300.4


Open an account

1When you open a SoFi Savings Account, SoFi Bank will also automatically open a SoFi Checking Account in your name. See the SoFi Bank Deposit Account Agreement for details.

2Earn up to 4.30% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) on SoFi Savings with a 0.70% APY Boost (added to the 3.60% APY as of 11/12/25)
for up to 6 months. Open a new SoFi Checking & Savings account and enroll in SoFi Plus by 1/31/26. Rates variable, subject to change. Terms apply here. SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC.




  • Earn up to 4.30% APY

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    Get a 0.70% boost on our standard savings APY of 3.60% APY5 when you set up a new account with eligible direct deposit. Terms apply.

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  • Zero account fees

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    Keep more of your money. We don’t charge monthly fees, overdraft9 fees, or minimum balance fees.

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  • Earn up to a $300 cash bonus with direct deposits.

    Start your savings off right. Earn a $50 or $300 cash bonus with eligible direct deposit.4

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  • FDIC-insured

    Access additional FDIC-insurance up to $3M through our partner network.

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How to get your
0.70% APY boost.

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Here are the necessary steps:

  • First, open a new SoFi Savings account1 by 1/31/26.

  • Next, become a SoFi Plus member within 60 days by setting up an eligible direct deposit or enrolling in a $10/month (every 30 days) subscription.7

  • Then, enjoy a 0.70% APY boost on your savings for six months as long as you maintain your SoFi Plus membership. And if our variable APY changes, don’t worry, you’ll still get the 0.70% bump on top of the standard savings rate.


Open an account

2Earn up to 4.30% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) on SoFi Savings with a 0.70% APY Boost (added to the 3.60% APY as of 11/12/25)
for up to 6 months. Open a new SoFi Checking & Savings account and enroll in SoFi Plus by 1/31/26. Rates variable, subject to change. Terms apply here. SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC.

Don’t settle for average. See how we stack up.

When it comes to your savings, the details matter. Here’s a side-by-side look at how our fees, standard savings APY, and features compare to the big banks.

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‘Bank of America’,
‘0.04%’,
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‘$100’,
‘6 per month’,
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‘Chase’,
‘0.02%’,
‘$5’,
‘$0’,
‘6 per month’,
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Rates and fees are subject to change. Information for competitors based on standard savings accounts as of 11/5/2025.7


Open an account

See how fast your savings account could grow.

See the difference a high-yield rate makes.
Calculate your potential earnings with our standard 3.60% APY and see how we stack up against the big banks.

*Actual interest credited by your financial institution may vary based on institution-specific calculation methodology.
Rates may vary by state and do not account for bonus, special or promotional APYs.
Traditional bank rates are in comparison to Chase and Bank of America and current as of November 5, 2025.
National Average is based on the FDIC monthly savings account rate as of November 5, 2025.

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Smarter tools to help you save.

Go beyond high APY. We help you organize your money and build savings habits automatically.

Savings Vaults

Organize your money for what matters. Create multiple savings Vaults for all your savings goals and track your progress for each one.

Roundups

Save without thinking about it. Every time you use your SoFi debit card, we’ll round up your purchase to the nearest dollar and put the change in your savings.

Automatic transfers

Pay yourself first. Set up recurring transfers from a linked account or your SoFi Checking to grow your savings consistently.


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All the savings account features you expect, and more.

Mobile check deposit

Deposit checks anytime, anywhere, right from the SoFi app.

24/7 fraud monitoring

We continuously monitor your account for suspicious activity to keep your money safe.

Early paycheck

Get your paycheck up to 2-days early when you set up direct deposit.8

Account alerts

Stay in the know with customizable alerts for deposits, withdrawals, and balances.

Joint accounts

Save together towards your shared goals by easily adding a joint account holder.

Online & mobile banking

Seamlessly access your account and manage your money on any device, 24/7.


Get up to a $300 cash bonus with direct deposit.

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Earn a $50 or $300 cash bonus with eligible direct deposit and unlock getting paid up to two days early. Terms apply.


Open an account


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    Quickly and easily open your savings account online.



  1. Apply online.

    Quickly fill out our secure online application. All you need is your personal information and a government-issued ID.

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  2. Fund your account.

    Easily link an external bank account to make your first deposit. There are no minimum deposit requirements.

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  3. Set up direct deposit.

    Unlock our highest APY with eligible direct deposit and immediately start earning on your entire balance.

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  4. Open an account

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Tools and resources to help you save:













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FAQ


What is a high yield savings account?

A high-yield savings account (HYSA) is a savings vehicle similar to a traditional savings account but pays considerably higher interest rates. As of July 2025, the national average interest rate for savings accounts was 0.38% according to the FDIC, while some HYSAs provided annual percentage yields (APYs) of 3.00% or more.



How do I open a savings account online?

You can open a SoFi Savings account by applying online with your personal information. Once approved, simply fund the account via an electronic transfer from a linked bank. To unlock the highest APY, you’ll need to set up direct deposit.


What is the minimum deposit amount to open an online savings account?

There is no minimum deposit amount to open an online savings account with SoFi.


What is the current APY for a SoFi Savings account?

The current APY for a SoFi Savings account is up to 3.60% APY. Make sure you sign up for direct deposit (or deposit at least $5,000 every 30 days) to earn the highest rate!2
There is no minimum direct deposit amount to receive the 3.60% APY.


Is SoFi’s online savings account FDIC-insured?

All SoFi Checking and Savings accounts receive industry-standard FDIC insurance of up to $250,000 per member (joint accounts are insured up to $500,000). SoFi Checking and Savings members can get additional $3M of FDIC insurance by enrolling in the SoFi Insured Deposit Program 5.


Does the SoFi online savings account have account or monthly fees?

No. SoFi Checking and Savings doesn’t charge any monthly, minimum, or maintenance fees.3



How many withdrawals can I make from my online savings account each month?

With a SoFi online savings account, there are no monthly limits on the number of withdrawals you can make. You have the flexibility to access your money as often as you need without facing the withdrawal restrictions common at many other banks.


Does the savings account come with a checking account?

Yes! When you open a high-yield savings account, you automatically get a checking account, which earns 0.50% APY1. We don’t currently offer a standalone savings account.


What is APY?

APY, or Annual Percentage Yield, represents the total interest you’ll earn over a year, including the effect of compounding interest. At SoFi, we calculate your interest daily and pay it out monthly, which helps your money grow faster.


What are Vaults?

Within your larger savings account, you can create Vaults dedicated to specific savings goals. For example, you might have a Vault dedicated to a down payment for a car, an emergency fund, or a home renovation.

You can automatically put money from debit card roundups and/or paychecks into your Vault. Simply set it and forget it.


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Put your savings to work.

Meet your goals sooner by signing up for our high-yield savings account today.


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