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If you can’t qualify for a debt consolidation loan on your own, consider improving your debt-to-income ratio or applying with a cosigner

Dori Zinn Dori Zinn Updated July 7, 2021

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A debt consolidation loan is a type of personal loan that lets you combine multiple debts and leaves you with just one payment. You might also be able to get a lower interest rate compared to your old debts, which could help you save money and maybe pay off your debt faster.

You’ll typically need good to excellent credit to qualify for a debt consolidation loan — but there are a few strategies that could help you get approved even with poor credit.

Here are three ways to get debt consolidation loans for bad credit:

  1. Check your credit history
  2. Compare loan rates
  3. Improve your debt-to-income ratio for better rates

1. Check your credit history

Lenders will review your credit to determine your creditworthiness. This is why it’s important to check your credit history to make sure it’s as strong as it can be.

You can use a site like AnnualCreditReport.com to access your credit reports from each of the three credit bureaus — Experian, Equifax, and Transunion — for free.

If you find any errors in your credit report, make sure to dispute them with the appropriate credit bureaus to potentially give your credit score a boost. The more you can clean up your credit history, the better your chances of qualifying for a debt consolidation loan.

Keep in mind: Some lenders are more willing to work with poor credit than others, which means you might still be able to get a loan even if you can’t quickly improve your credit.

Just remember that bad credit loans generally come with higher interest rates than good credit loans.

You can compare your prequalified rates from Credible’s partner lenders below in two minutes. This includes some lenders that offer personal loans for poor or fair credit.

Learn More: Where to Get a Personal Loan

2. Compare loan rates

There are a wide variety of lenders that offer personal loans for debt consolidation, and each of them has its own loan amounts, terms, and fees. Be sure to do your research and compare loan rates from as many lenders as possible to find the right loan for you.

Tip: Having a low interest rate could help you save money on interest charges over the life of your loan. This could even make it possible to pay off your loan faster.

Keep in mind that if you have poor credit, you likely won’t qualify for the lowest rates available. However, comparing lenders can still help you find the best rate for your circumstances.

Here are Credible’s partner lenders that offer debt consolidation loans for bad credit:

LenderFixed ratesLoan amountsMin. credit scoreLoan terms (years)


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9.95% - 35.99% APR $2,000 to $35,000**5502, 3, 4, 5*
  • Fixed APR: 9.95% - 35.99% APR
  • Variable APR: N/A
  • Min. credit score: 550
  • Loan amount: $2,000 to $35,000**
  • Loan terms (years): 2, 3, 4, 5*
  • Time to fund: As soon as the next business day (if approved by 4:30 p.m. CT on a weekday)
  • Fees: Origination fee
  • Discounts: Autopay
  • Eligibility: Available in all states except CO, IA, HI, VT, NV NY, WV
  • Customer service: Phone, email
  • Soft credit check: Yes
  • Loan servicer: Avant
  • Loan Uses: Debt consolidation, emergency expense, life event, home improvement, and other purposes
  • Min. Income: $1,200 monthly


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4.99% - 35.99% APR $5,000 to $35,0006002, 3, 4, 5
  • Fixed APR: 4.99% - 35.99% APR
  • Variable APR: N/A
  • Min. credit score: 600
  • Loan amount: $2,000 to $50,000
  • Loan terms (years): 2, 3, 4, 5
  • Time to fund: As soon as 1 to 3 business days after successful verification
  • Fees: Origination fee
  • Discounts: None
  • Eligibility: Available in all states except DC, IA, VT, and WV
  • Customer service: Phone
  • Soft credit check: Yes
  • Loan servicer: Best Egg and Blue Ridge Bank
  • Min. Income: None
  • Loan Uses: Credit card refinancing, debt consolidation, home improvement, and other purposes


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5.99% - 24.99% APR $2,500 to $35,0006603, 4, 5, 6, 7
  • Fixed APR: 5.99% - 24.99% APR
  • Min. credit score: 660
  • Loan amount: $2,500 to $35,000
  • Loan terms (years): 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
  • Time to fund: As soon as the next business day after acceptance
  • Fees: Late fee
  • Discounts: None
  • Eligibility:  Available in all 50 states
  • Customer service: Phone
  • Soft credit check: Yes
  • Loan Uses: Auto repair, credit card refinancing, debt consolidation, home remodel or repair, major purchase, medical expenses, taxes, vacation, and wedding


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5.99% - 24.99% APR $5,000 to $40,0006002, 3, 4, 5
  • Fixed APR: 5.99% - 24.99% APR
  • Min. credit score: 600
  • Loan amount: $5,000 to $40,000
  • Loan terms (years): 2, 3, 4, 5
  • Time to fund: As soon as 2 to 5 business days after verification
  • Fees: Origination fee
  • Discounts: None
  • Eligibility: Available in all states except MA and NV
  • Customer service: Phone, email, chat
  • Soft credit check: Yes
  • Min. Income: None
  • Loan Uses: Debt consolidation and credit card consolidation only


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7.04% - 35.89% APR $1,000 to $40,0006003, 5
  • Fixed APR: 7.04% - 35.89% APR
  • Min. credit score: 600
  • Loan amount: $1,000 to $40,000
  • Loan terms (years): 3, 5
  • Time to fund: Usually takes about 2 days†
  • Fees: Origination fee
  • Discounts: None
  • Eligibility: Available in all 50 states
  • Customer service: Phone, email
  • Soft credit check: Yes
  • Loan servicer: LendingClub Bank
  • Min. Income: None
  • Loan Uses: Debt consolidation, paying off credit cards, home improvement, pool loans, vacations, and other purposes


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7.99% - 35.99% APR $2,000 to $36,5005802, 3, 4, 5, 6
  • Fixed APR: 7.99% - 35.99% APR
  • Min. credit score: 580
  • Loan amount: $2,000 to $36,500
  • Loan terms (years): 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
  • Time to fund: As soon as the next business day
  • Fees: Origination fee
  • Discounts: Autopay
  • Eligibility: Available in all states except NV and WV
  • Customer service: Phone, email
  • Soft credit check: Yes
  • Min. Income: $20,000
  • Loan Uses: Home improvement, consolidate debt, credit card refinancing, relocate, make a large purchase, and other purposes


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Credible lender ratings are evaluated by our editorial team with the help of our loan operations team. The rating criteria for lenders encompass 78 data points spanning interest rates, loan terms, eligibility requirement transparency, repayment options, fees, discounts, customer service, cosigner options, and more. Read our full methodology.
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3.99% - 19.99% APR $5,000 to $100,0006602, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
(up to 12 years for home improvement loans)
  • Fixed APR: 3.99% - 19.99% APR
  • Min. credit score: 660
  • Loan amount: $5,000 to $100,000
  • Loan terms (years): 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7*
  • Time to fund: As soon as the same business day
  • Fees: None
  • Discounts: Autopay
  • Eligibility: Available in all states except RI and VT
  • Customer service: Phone, email
  • Soft credit check: No
  • Loan servicer: LightStream
  • Min. Income: Does not disclose
  • Loan Uses: Credit card refinancing, debt consolidation, home improvement, and other purposes


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6.99% - 24.99% APR1 $3,500 to $40,0002660
(TransUnion FICO®️ Score 9)
3, 4, 5, 6, 7
  • Fixed APR: 6.99% - 24.99% APR1
  • Min. credit score: 660
    (TransUnion FICO®️ Score 9)
  • Loan amount: $3,500 to $40,0002
  • Loan terms (years): 3, 4, 5, 6
  • Time to fund: Many Marcus customers receive funds in as little as three days
  • Fees: None
  • Discounts: Autopay
  • Eligibility: Available in all 50 states
  • Customer service: Phone
  • Soft credit check: Yes
  • Loan servicer: Goldman Sachs
  • Min. Income: $30,000
  • Loan Uses: Credit card refinancing, debt consolidation, home improvement, major purchase, and other purposes


Credible Rating
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18.0% - 35.99% APR $1,500 to $20,000None2, 3, 4, 5
  • Fixed APR: 18.0% - 35.99% APR
  • Min. credit score: None
  • Loan amount: $1,500 to $20,000
  • Loan terms (years): 2, 3, 4, 5
  • Time to fund: As soon as the same day, but usually requires a visit to a branch office
  • Fees: Origination fee
  • Discounts: None
  • Eligibility: Must have photo I.D. issued by U.S. federal, state or local government
  • Customer service: Phone, email
  • Soft credit check: Yes
  • Min. Income: Does not disclose


Credible Rating
Credible lender ratings are evaluated by our editorial team with the help of our loan operations team. The rating criteria for lenders encompass 78 data points spanning interest rates, loan terms, eligibility requirement transparency, repayment options, fees, discounts, customer service, cosigner options, and more. Read our full methodology.
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6.74% - 17.99% APR $600 to $50,000
(depending on loan term)
6601, 2, 3, 4, 5
  • Fixed APR: 6.74% - 17.99% APR
  • Min. credit score: 660
  • Loan amount: $600 to $50,000*
  • Loan terms (years): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
  • Time to fund: 2 to 4 business days after verification
  • Fees: None
  • Discounts: None
  • Eligibility: Does not disclose
  • Customer service: Phone, email
  • Soft credit check: No
  • Min. Income: Does not disclose
  • Loan Uses: Debt consolidation, home improvement, transportation, medical, dental, life events


Credible Rating
Credible lender ratings are evaluated by our editorial team with the help of our loan operations team. The rating criteria for lenders encompass 78 data points spanning interest rates, loan terms, eligibility requirement transparency, repayment options, fees, discounts, customer service, cosigner options, and more. Read our full methodology.
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7.95% - 35.99% APR $2,000 to $40,0006403, 5
  • Fixed APR: 7.95% - 35.99% APR
  • Min. credit score: 640
  • Loan amount: $2,000 to $40,000
  • Loan terms (years): 3, 5
  • Time to fund: As soon as one business day
  • Fees: Origination fee
  • Discounts: None
  • Eligibility: Available in all states except IA, ND, WV
  • Customer service: Phone, email
  • Soft credit check: Yes
  • Min. Income: None
  • Loan Uses: Debt consolidation, home improvement, vehicles, small business, new baby expenses, and other purposes


Credible Rating
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11.69% - 35.93% APR7 $1,000 to $50,0005603, 5
  • Fixed APR: 11.69% - 35.93% APR7
  • Min. credit score: 560
  • Loan amount: $1,000 to $50,000
  • Loan terms: 3 to 5 years 8
  • Time to fund: Within one day, once approved9
  • Loan types: Debt consolidation, pay off credit cards, home improvements, unexpected expenses, home and auto repairs, weddings, and other major purchases
  • Fees: Origination fee
  • Discounts: Autopay
  • Eligibility: A U.S. citizen or permanent resident; not available in DC, SC, WV
  • Customer service: Phone, email
  • Soft credit check: Yes


Credible Rating
Credible lender ratings are evaluated by our editorial team with the help of our loan operations team. The rating criteria for lenders encompass 78 data points spanning interest rates, loan terms, eligibility requirement transparency, repayment options, fees, discounts, customer service, cosigner options, and more. Read our full methodology.
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6.95% - 35.97% APR $1,000 to $50,0005602, 3, 5, 6
  • Fixed APR: 6.95% - 35.97% APR
  • Min. credit score: 560
  • Loan amount: $1,000 to $50,000*
  • Loan terms (years): 2, 3, 5, 6
  • Time to fund: Within a day of clearing necessary verifications
  • Fees: Origination fee
  • Discounts: Autopay
  • Eligibility: Available in all states except West Virginia
  • Customer service: Email
  • Soft credit check: Yes
  • Min. Income: Does not disclose
  • Loan Uses: Debt consolidation, credit card refinancing, home improvement, and other purposes


Credible Rating
Credible lender ratings are evaluated by our editorial team with the help of our loan operations team. The rating criteria for lenders encompass 78 data points spanning interest rates, loan terms, eligibility requirement transparency, repayment options, fees, discounts, customer service, cosigner options, and more. Read our full methodology.
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5.4% - 35.99% APR4 $1,000 to $50,00055803 to 5 years4
  • Fixed APR: 5.4% - 35.99% APR4
  • Min. credit score: 580
  • Loan amount: $1,000 to $50,0005
  • Loan terms (years): 3 to 5 years4
  • Time to fund: As fast as 1 business day6
  • Fees: Origination fee
  • Discounts: None
  • Eligibility: Available in all 50 states
  • Customer service: Phone, email
  • Soft credit check: Yes
  • Min. Income: $12,000
  • Loan Uses: Payoff credit cards, consolidate debt, take a course or bootcamp, relocate, make a large purchase, and other purposes
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3. Improve your debt-to-income ratio for better rates

Lenders look at your debt-to-income (DTI) ratio to see how much of your income goes toward debt. To calculate your DTI ratio, add up all of your monthly bill payments, then divide that by your monthly income.

Keep in mind: Having a low DTI ratio makes you less of a risk to lenders and could make it easier to qualify for better rates.

There are a couple of ways you might be able to improve your DTI ratio:

  • Increase your income. The more money you make, the less of your total income you have to put toward debt. If you want to boost your income, you might consider asking for a raise or starting a side hustle.
  • Reduce your debt. Paying down some of your debt could help show lenders that you can afford a new debt consolidation loan.
Tip: If you’re struggling to get approved for a debt consolidation loan, you could also consider applying with a cosigner. Not all lenders allow cosigners on personal loans, but some do.

Even if you don’t need a cosigner to qualify, having one might get you a lower interest rate than you’d get on your own.

It’s also important to consider how much a debt consolidation loan will cost you over time. This way, you can prepare for any added expenses. You can estimate how much you’ll pay for a loan using our personal loan calculator below

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Alternatives to debt consolidation loans

If you don’t qualify for a debt consolidation loan, here are some other options to look into:

Speak with your lenders

If you’re facing financial difficulties, reach out to your lenders and other creditors right away. They might offer hardship assistance, payment plans, or other options that can help you avoid missing payments and hurting your credit.

For example: If you have a loan from Marcus and have made on-time payments for 12 months, you might be able to defer your payment for one month interest-free.

Or if you’re a SoFi borrower who has lost their job through no fault of your own, you could be eligible for Unemployment Protection. This program places your loan into forbearance for up to three months at a time (up to 12 months total over the life of your loan).

Learn More: Credit-Builder Loans: What Are They and How to Get One

Home equity loans

A home equity loan could be another way to consolidate debt if you’re a homeowner. This type of loan lets you tap into your home’s equity while using your home as collateral.

If you’re considering a home equity loan vs. a personal loan, note that home equity loans tend to have lower rates than personal loans because there’s less risk to the lender.

This might also make it easier to qualify for a home equity loan even if you have poor credit — though remember that each lender will have its own eligibility requirements.

Keep in mind: If you can’t keep up with your payments on a home equity loan, you risk losing your house.

Check Out: Where to Get a $10,000 Personal Loan

Sign up for a debt management plan

Nonprofit credit counseling agencies can help you tackle your debt through a debt management plan. These plans generally last for three to five years and are available to anyone who has debt, regardless of the amount.

If you sign up for a debt management plan, the agency will work on your behalf to contact your lenders and negotiate a payment plan. You’ll make monthly payments to the agency, which will send the appropriate funds to your creditors.

A debt management plan might also lower any fees or finance charges you’ve been charged. Note that some plans might charge setup fees or monthly fees, depending on the agency.

Tip: If you’d like to find a nonprofit credit counselor to work with, good places to start your search include the National Foundation for Credit Counseling and the Department of Justice.

Learn More: How to Get Out of Credit Card Debt Fast

Debt settlement

Unlike debt management plans, debt settlement is offered by for-profit companies that try to settle outstanding debts with your creditors for less than you owe.

Many debt settlement companies will tell you to stop paying your bills while the settlement process is pending. This means you could rack up late fees and potentially hurt your credit, making it hard to borrow in the future.

Also keep in mind that debt settlement might not actually work, and you could end up hurting more than helping your finances in the long run. Be sure to consult with an attorney or financial advisor first before taking this route.

Tip: If you decide to pursue debt settlement, make sure you work with a reputable company. Watch out for red flags that could indicate a scam, such as promising your debt will be settled or demanding upfront payment.

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Bankruptcy

If you’ve exhausted your other options, filing for bankruptcy could help you take control of your debt.

Keep in mind that bankruptcy is extremely damaging to your credit and will stay on your credit report for up to 10 years, depending on which type of bankruptcy you choose. Because of this, bankruptcy should be a last resort.

Tip: Bankruptcy could make it extremely difficult to apply for new credit until the bankruptcy information falls off your credit report.

If you decide to file for bankruptcy, it’s a good idea to start rebuilding your credit as soon as possible to potentially qualify for loans in the future.

Learn More: How to Pay Off Credit Card Debt Fast

A debt consolidation loan could be the first step to financial recovery

With a debt consolidation loan, you can combine multiple debts and have just one monthly payment to deal with. Plus, you might qualify for a lower interest rate than you’ve been paying, which means you could save money and potentially pay off your debt faster.

Tip: Although a debt consolidation loan could be a good strategy to manage your debt, it’s also important to critically look at your financial situation to understand how you arrived there in the first place. This way, you can hopefully avoid similar circumstances in the future.

If you decide to use a personal loan for debt consolidation, remember to consider as many lenders as possible to find the right loan for your needs. Credible makes this easy — you can compare your prequalified rates from multiple lenders in two minutes.

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Dori Zinn is a student loan authority and a contributor to Credible. Her work has appeared in Huffington Post, Bankate, Inc, Quartz, and more.

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