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Should You Put That on Credit or Debit?

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Most people carry a wallet full of plastic — maybe three to four active credit cards plus at least one debit card connected to their checking account.

But when it comes time to pay for something, which one do you pull out? If you have more than one rewards credit card, you probably choose the one that will reward you the most for whatever you happen to be buying — giving you extra cash back on gas or groceries, for instance.

But otherwise, how should you decide which one to use? Because credit cards are a loan product and debit cards aren’t, there are pros and cons to each, some of which can have ramifications for your credit score or budget.

Here’s what to consider when deciding which payment method is best and when.

Debit Cards

Pros:

•  Limits overspending: Debit cards deduct money directly from your checking account, so you can’t really spend more than you have. (You can get dinged with a fee for overdrawing your account, though, so don’t try it.)

•  No added costs: You’re not borrowing money, so there’s no potential for accruing interest charges or incurring late fees. You might also avoid the percentage fees some places charge for using a credit card (for example, when paying taxes to the IRS).

•  No debt: Again, no borrowing means you don’t run the risk of building up debt you’ll have to repay.

Cons:

•  No rewards for spending: One of the biggest downsides to debit cards is the lack of spending rewards like airline miles or cash back.

•  Doesn’t build credit history: Since you don’t have to repay anything, using a debit card doesn’t usually help build your credit history or improve your credit score.

•  More risk: If your debit card is stolen, any money that’s spent comes out of your account immediately, and resolving fraud can take time.

Credit Cards

Pros:

•  Rewards and perks: Many credit cards reward spending with cash back or travel points that can be redeemed for hotels or flights. Depending on your spending (you fly a lot or you’re a foodie,) these can add up to hundreds of dollars a year. (Though fancier cards can charge big annual fees.)

•  Builds credit history: Using a credit card responsibly can help establish and improve your credit score. While a good track record with auto loans or student loans will also help you build credit, on-time monthly credit card payments can be an important stepping stone if you’re just starting out.

•  Better fraud protection: Credit cards offer better protection against fraud, and you won’t immediately lose money from your checking account.

•  Time: Credit cards buy you a bit of time. Unlike debit cards, you don’t have to pay for your purchases right away and you’ll have a few weeks to pay your bill. This can be very convenient — as long as this doesn’t lead to overspending.

Cons:

•  Risk of overspending: Credit cards can tempt you to spend more than you can comfortably afford to pay, leading to debt. This isn’t a problem, however, if you use your credit card as if it were a debit card, paying your balance in full every month.

•  High interest rates: If you don’t pay your balance in full each month, you’ll be charged some of the highest interest rates of any loan product. The average in August was 21.4%, the latest Federal Reserve data shows. And credit card debt can quickly rack up thanks to compounding interest.

•  Can hurt your credit score: Just as with any other credit product, late or missed payments can have a significant impact on your score.

•  More complex: Some cards will draw you in with a 0% interest rate for the first year (sometimes longer), making it easier to run up a balance you’re unable to handle once the finance charges kick in.

The right balance of credit vs. debit will vary from person to person and can fluctuate depending on your stage of life and financial situation. The most important thing is to keep control of your cards — rather than letting them control you.


Please understand that this information provided is general in nature and shouldn’t be construed as a recommendation or solicitation of any products offered by SoFi’s affiliates and subsidiaries. In addition, this information is by no means meant to provide investment or financial advice, nor is it intended to serve as the basis for any investment decision or recommendation to buy or sell any asset. Keep in mind that investing involves risk, and past performance of an asset never guarantees future results or returns. It’s important for investors to consider their specific financial needs, goals, and risk profile before making an investment decision.

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All APRs are updated daily.


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110-YEAR Payment Example: The payment for a 10-year term, loan amount $50000.00, Rate 7.790%, LTV 80% is $601.00 for full Principal and Interest Payments with $0.00 due at closing. The Annual Percentage Rate is 8.065%. No prepayment penalty. Payment shown does not include taxes and insurance. The actual payment amount will be greater. Interest rates and annual percentage rates (APRs) are for informational purposes only and are subject to change without notice.

215-YEAR Payment Example: The payment for a 15-year term, loan amount $50000.00, Rate 7.790%, LTV 80% is $472.00 for full Principal and Interest Payments with $0.00 due at closing. The Annual Percentage Rate is 7.988%. No prepayment penalty. Payment shown does not include taxes and insurance. The actual payment amount will be greater. Interest rates and annual percentage rates (APRs) are for informational purposes only and are subject to change without notice.

320-YEAR Payment Example: The payment for a 20-year term, loan amount $50000.00, Rate 7.790%, LTV 80% is $412.00 for full Principal and Interest Payments with $0.00 due at closing. The Annual Percentage Rate is 7.950%. No prepayment penalty. Payment shown does not include taxes and insurance. The actual payment amount will be greater. Interest rates and annual percentage rates (APRs) are for informational purposes only and are subject to change without notice.

430-YEAR Payment Example: The payment for a 30-year term, loan amount $50000.00, Rate 8.290%, LTV 80% is $377.00 for full Principal and Interest Payments with $0.00 due at closing. The Annual Percentage Rate is 8.419%. No prepayment penalty. Payment shown does not include taxes and insurance. The actual payment amount will be greater. Interest rates and annual percentage rates (APRs) are for informational purposes only and are subject to change without notice.

All information in the primary residence payment examples listed above — including interest rates, payments, terms, and availability — is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice.

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Here’s some info you need to know when researching home equity loan rates. Lenders consider these factors when
determining who qualifies for the best home equity loan rates.

How to get home
equity loan rates.

Researching home equity loan
rates? Get the best home equity
loan rates with a SoFi home equity
loan. Here’s what gets factored into
your home equity loan
interest rate:

Your home’s equity

Subtract the amount you owe from the
market value of your home to evaluate
your total equity.

Credit history

You must have a 680 minimum FICO
credit score to qualify for a home equity
loan.

Debt-to-income ratio

Your total income compared to the
total you owe in loans and credit cards
must not exceed 50%.

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Maximum combined
loan-to-value

The combined total of your first
mortgage and your home equity loan
must not exceed 85% of your home’s
total value.

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What is the current rate for a home equity loan?


Home equity loan rates currently start at a 6.99% fixed APR and vary based on multiple factors, including credit history, loan amount, income, loan-to-value (LTV) ratios, loan term, and property status.



Does a home equity loan change your interest rate?


Unlike a cash-out refinance, a home equity loan will not change the interest rate on your current mortgage, nor will you have to refinance your existing home loan. If you’re using a home equity loan to pay off an existing secured loan or unsecured debt, a home equity loan can often lower your interest rate compared to personal loans or credit cards.



What are average home equity loan rates?


The average 10-year home equity loan rate as of November 2025 is approximately 8.20% APR, but rates start as low as 6.99% APR. Individual rates vary based on factors such as credit score, income, and loan terms.



What is a good home equity loan rate?


As a general principle, a good home equity loan rate should be lower than rates on unsecured loans, such as personal loans and credit cards. However, the rate that makes sense for you will depend on your individual financial circumstances, as lower rates will tend to come from shorter loan terms, which will have higher monthly payments than longer terms.



Are home equity loans cheaper than HELOCs?


Usually HELOCs will have slightly lower interest rates than home equity loans. However, HELOCs often will have variable or introductory rates that can increase over time. Home equity loans are typically fixed rates that will not increase over time, which can make them more predictable to budget for.



Can you refinance a home equity loan?


Yes, you can refinance a home equity loan, which can be a prudent financial decision if your credit score has increased meaningfully or rates are lower. Just be sure to consider the potential fees or costs of refinancing—SoFi does not charge prepayment penalties, though other lenders may.



How do I get a home equity loan?


To get a home equity loan, you’ll want to ensure you have sufficient equity built in your home. With lenders like SoFi, you can start your application entirely online and see personalized rates within minutes. The lender will then assess your ability to repay, based on cash flow, credit history, and other factors, as well as verify the value of your property.




Does a home equity loan change your mortgage interest rate?


Unlike a cash-out refinance, a home equity loan will not change the interest rate on your current mortgage, nor will you have to refinance your existing home loan. This is particularly important for those who secured a mortgage rate below current industry averages, as the cost of borrowing through cash-out refinancing could be considerably more expensive than a home equity loan that allows you to keep your mortgage rate.


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SoFi Essential Card – 9 month promotion terms

SoFi Essential Credit Card Terms & Conditions

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 9 months from account opening. After that, your standard purchase APR will be 32.74%, 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 9 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 32.74%, 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.

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 Essential Card Terms & Conditions

The SoFi Essential 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 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

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 Essential 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 Essential Credit Card Rewards Program

With the SoFi Essential Credit Card, you can earn 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 Essential Credit Card Rewards can be found here.

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 Credit Card account, SoFi Personal Loan, Private Student Loan, Student Loan Refinance, or towards SoFi Travel purchases, your rewards points will redeem at a rate of 1 cent per every point. More details on the SoFi Member Rewards Program can be found here.

Standard Mastercard Benefits

You are also eligible for more rewards through the Standard Mastercard Benefits program when shopping with eligible merchants. More details on the Standard Mastercard Benefits program can be found here.

Fraud, Misuse, Abuse, or Suspicious Activity

If we see evidence of fraud, misuse, abuse, or suspicious activity, we’ll investigate and, if we determine that fraud, misuse or abuse has occurred, we may take action against you. This action may include, without limitation and without prior notice:

  • Taking away the rewards points you earned because of fraud, misuse, or abuse
  • Suspending or closing your SoFi Credit Card Account
  • 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.

Additional documents

As a reminder, the SoFi Essential Credit Card is a completely digital product. All written communications related to the card will be online or in electronic format. The following is a link to the SoFi Esign terms and conditions & you must agree to in connection with your application for the SoFi Essential Credit Card.

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