Jul
07
2016
SoFi Blog
Tips and news—
for your financial moves.
Jul
07
2016
Save for Retirement or Pay Down Student Loans: Where Should You Focus?
Money talks. And student debt proves you’ve made a massive investment in your career. While most people want to pay student loans off as quickly as possible, it can actually be smart to take a little longer to do so and start saving for retirement sooner.
Read moreJul
06
2016
Jul
06
2016
How can I make my loan payments?
The easiest way to pay is to log in to the SoFi Android or iOS app, or log in to SoFi.com and make payments electronically via ACH, the same secure way most people get paid by their employers. Even better, setting up automatic payment by ACH earns you a 0.25% discount on your rate. You can also set up online bill pay to SoFi through your bank, or you can send in a paper check. Note that we do not currently accept payment via credit card.
Read moreJul
05
2016
7 Ways to Make Buying a Home on Your Own a Reality
Purchasing your first home is really exciting—but it can also be daunting, especially when going it alone. SoFi members aren’t easily intimidated, however. In fact, according to the March 2016 Home Buyer and Seller Generational Trends report, people age 35 and younger continue to be the largest group of home buyers at 35%, and 67% of those buyers are purchasing homes for the first time. With 10% down on loans up to $3 million, SoFi makes it easier than ever before for solo buyers and others to own a home.
Read more
Stay up to date on the latest business news and stock market happenings.