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Personal Loans for Bad or Limited Credit

Have a low credit score or thin credit file? Apply for a personal loan from $200 to $5,000. We consider your income and ability to repay, not just your score.

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About bad credit loans

A low credit score does not define your financial future. Many people have a thin file or past setbacks — a medical bill, a job loss, a divorce — that dragged their score down. We review your whole application, including income and stability, so a score alone does not close the door.

Approval is never guaranteed and rates may be higher for higher-risk profiles, but we show you the full cost upfront so you can decide whether the loan makes sense. Responsible, on-time repayment may also help you build a stronger credit history over time.

Common ways people use this loan

  • Consolidating small, high-interest balances
  • Rebuilding credit with a manageable instalment loan
  • Covering an emergency when cards are maxed out
  • Avoiding overdraft or late-payment penalties
  • Bridging a short-term income gap

How much might you need?

Typical situationIllustrative amount
Avoid late fees$200 – $700
Cover essentials$700 – $2,500
Consolidate small debts$2,500 – $5,000

Amounts are illustrative. Your actual offer depends on your state, income and credit profile.

Tips before you borrow

  • Check your credit reports for free at AnnualCreditReport.com and dispute errors.
  • Only borrow an amount you can repay from your current budget.
  • Make every payment on time — set automatic payments.
  • Avoid taking multiple loans at once.
Borrow responsibly. Representative example: a $1,000 loan repaid over 12 monthly payments at 24.99% APR would have a monthly payment of about $95.04 and a total repayment of about $1,140.47. Only borrow what you can comfortably repay.

Frequently asked questions

What credit score do I need?
There is no single minimum score. We consider income, employment and your ability to repay alongside your credit profile.
Will applying hurt my credit?
Checking your options may use a soft inquiry. A hard inquiry may occur if you accept an offer — we explain this before you proceed.
Is approval guaranteed?
No lender can honestly guarantee approval. We make a responsible decision for every applicant.
Why borrowers choose us

Benefits of an Integra loan

Whole-picture review

Income, employment and affordability matter, not just a score.

Honest pricing

See your rate, payment and total cost before accepting.

Build positive history

Ask how on-time payments are reported to the credit bureaus.

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