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Know the full cost
Review the finance charge, APR, due date and total amount due. A small-dollar loan can have a high annualized cost.
Short-term borrowing guide
Understand payday loans before you decide.
Payday loans are generally short-term, small-dollar products that may carry high fees or costs. Repayment can be difficult if your next paycheck is already committed to essential bills.
The essentials
Three things to check first
Use these topics as a starting point, then read the provider’s actual disclosures.
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Plan the due date
Consider whether repayment will leave enough for rent, utilities, food, transport and other essentials.
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Check state rules
Payday lending rules vary widely. Some products are restricted or unavailable depending on where you live.
A quick comparison
Compare the complete offer
The details below can help you compare products on a like-for-like basis.
- APR and interest calculation
- Origination and other fees
- Payment frequency and due dates
- Total repayment over the full term
- Late-payment and default consequences
- Credit inquiry and privacy practices
Short-term loans can lead to repeat borrowing when repayment is unaffordable. Consider alternatives and review your state’s protections before proceeding.
Read
the fine print
the fine print
Know the costs, obligations and risks before you agree.
Before applying
A thoughtful next-step checklist
Consider each step before continuing to a third-party offer.
Assess
Identify the amount needed and the exact repayment date.
Compare
Compare the total cost with other possible options.
Verify
Confirm the provider and product are permitted in your state.
Decide
Do not roll over or renew a loan without understanding the additional cost.
LendingRoute is not a lender and does not make approval decisions. The provider controls availability, eligibility, application requirements and all loan terms.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
No. LendingRoute is an informational and referral website. It does not make lending decisions, set loan terms or guarantee that a visitor will receive an offer. Any application or offer process may take place on a third-party provider’s website.
Approval is never guaranteed. A provider may consider income, credit history, state of residence, requested amount and other criteria. Review the provider’s requirements and disclosures before submitting an application.
No. A CTA on LendingRoute takes you to a configured third-party offer page. The provider’s website explains its own application steps, data practices and terms.
No. Availability depends on the provider, product and state law. Confirm that a product is available where you live before proceeding.
Review APR, fees, payment amounts, due dates, total repayment, late-payment consequences, prepayment terms and any required arbitration or data-sharing terms. Compare the complete written agreement, not only an advertised payment.
Third-party offer
View payday loan offers Ready to review an offer?
Continue to the configured provider page to see its eligibility rules, costs and terms. Review everything before submitting information or accepting credit.
Launch setup: configure the paydayLoans URL in assets/js/config.js. No application form is hosted on this page.