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Scary Debt | Credit Card Consolidation Loans | SoFi


Don’t let high-interest
debt haunt you.

No bones about it, high-interest credit card debt terrorizes year-round. A low fixed rate, no-fee option personal loan could help you save thousands.


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


Ward off wicked high-interest debt with a low interest rate and no fees required.

Apply for a SoFi Personal Loan online in 60 seconds—it’s faster and easier than burning sage.

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. Boo!-Ya!

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)



Savings so good, it’s scary.

See how you could save thousands with a low-rate SoFi Personal Loan.

SoFi Gem


Personal Loan


Balance

$32,596



Interest Rate


14.31% APR*



Monthly payment

$763.70



5-year interest paid

$13,226


High-interest rate credit card


Balance

$32,596



Interest Rate

22.50% APR



Monthly payment

$909.56



5-year interest paid

$21,977


Estimated savings with SoFi

$8,751

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Example chart shows calculations based on a 5 year SoFi Personal Loan with a fixed rate of 14.31% 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 January 1 2022- January 1 2023. 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 Q4 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.


Close the coffin on high-interest credit card debt.

Start by viewing your rate on a no-fee, low fixed rate SoFi Personal Loan—it only takes 60 seconds.


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✝ 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 12/20/25. 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 Mortgage Loans – HELOC


Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)

Turn your house equity into cash with a HELOC.

✓ Access up to 90% or $500k of your
house’s equity
✓ Lower HELOC interest rates than unsecured loans
✓ Flexible HELOC loans–borrow what
you need, when you need it



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Why choose a Home Equity Line of Credit from SoFi?

Finance debt consolidation or home improvements with SoFi as your HELOC lender.

No change to your mortgage rate.

No need to refinance your first mortgage. And for qualified borrowers, there are options to access a large portion of your house’s equity.

Borrow up to $500k.

Access up to $500,000 of your house’s equity (up to 90%) to finance home improvements or consolidate debt.

No application fees.

Don’t worry about extra fees with a HELOC from SoFi.

Flexible repayment options.

Take up to 20 years to pay back what you borrow.

How our easy HELOC application process works:



  • Complete our online application.

    Answer a few questions online to help us assist you better.



  • Get paired with a dedicated loan officer.

    We’ll connect you with an experienced SoFi Mortgage Loan Officer who’ll help you determine the right product for you.



  • Submit your application.

    Your SoFi Mortgage Loan Officer can help you submit a HELOC loan application and access your money.



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Unlock your home’s potential with a HELOC.

Consolidate high-interest debt.

You could save with a lower monthly payment by consolidating high-rate credit cards or other installment loans to a lower rate.

Finance home improvements.

Renovations often result in a higher home value. House equity can be a cost-effective way to bring your ideas to life.

Fund large purchases.

There are no restrictions on how funds are used. Plus, low rates and longer term options could result in lower monthly payments versus other loans.

Tools to empower your financial decisions.

As a homeowner, you have various tools available to help make the most out of the equity in your home. Learn how to:

Calculate your HELOC monthly payments

Calculate the cost of your home renovations

Calculate your house equity


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“Spencer and his team totally went to bat for us and got our loan processed. Very happy with him and his teams efforts and follow up. Communication was excellent right up to the loan funding.”

“Mark and his team worked very closely with us to make sure that we were comfortable with the process, understood the expectations, timeline and overall schedule.”

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Current HELOC rates by state.

Compare current HELOC rates by state and find a HELOC rate that suits your financial goals.

Select a state to view current rates:

Learn more about accessing your house’s equity.








FAQs



What is a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)?


A HELOC is a credit line secured by the value of your home, minus any existing mortgage owed. You can borrow against it, spend, repay, and borrow again using your home as collateral.



How does HELOC loans work?


You’ll typically have an open credit line for up to 10 years. During this “draw” period you borrow — using checks or a credit card — and usually make monthly interest payments. Then you begin paying back the principal plus interest.



What are the eligibility requirements for a HELOC loan from SoFi?


Some qualifications for a HELOC loan from SoFi include:

• A credit score of 680 or higher
• A debt-to-income ratio of 45% or less
• At least 15-20% home equity




How much can I borrow with a HELOC loan?


You can access up to 90% of your home’s value—with a maximum of $500,000



Does SoFi offer a fixed-rate HELOC loan?


No. While HELOC loans from SoFi are variable-rate loans, SoFi home equity loans are fixed rate.



Does SoFi offer Home Equity and HELOC loans?


Yes, SoFi offers both HELOCs and home equity loans.



How can I access the money in my HELOC from SoFi?


You can access the funds in your HELOC by writing checks from your HELOC account or transferring money from your HELOC account to a checking or savings account.



Does SoFi require an appraisal for a HELOC loan?


Yes. SoFi typically requires an appraisal except for those who are eligible for a Fannie Mae Property Inspection Waiver.



Can I refinance a HELOC loan?


You can typically refinance a HELOC loan by refinancing to a new HELOC, refinancing to a house-equity loan, or using a cash-out refinance.



How do I repay my HELOC loan?


HELOCs have a draw period (when you borrow money) and a repayment period (when you pay back the money). You pay back your HELOC loan during the repayment period through online payments, written checks, or automatic withdrawals.



What’s the difference between a home equity and a HELOC loan?


A home equity loan typically provides you with a one-time lump sum at a fixed rate, whereas a HELOC offers you an ongoing line of credit at a variable rate. Learn more about HELOCs versus home equity loans.


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