How to Use the Personal Loan Calculator
Loan amount
Estimate your total outstanding debt from loans, credit cards, or both. (You might want to omit car loans or low-interest student loans here, because there are better refinancing options than a personal loan.)
Interest Rate
Enter your APR, which can be found on your monthly bill. If you have different interest rates for multiple debts, enter the average APR.
Monthly Payment
For loans, this is the amount you are billed each month. The Remaining Term field will then auto-populate. (If you don’t know your Monthly Payment: Enter your Remaining Term in the next field and your Monthly Payment will be automatically calculated.)For credit cards, enter your Minimum Payment Due as shown on your bill or the amount you typically pay.
Remaining Term (months)
Enter the number of months left on your loan. You can find your loan’s Maturity Date on your monthly bill. The Monthly Payment field will then auto-populate. (If you don’t know your Remaining Term: Enter your Monthly Payment, and your Remaining Term will be automatically calculated.)For credit cards, fill in the Monthly Payment field with the Minimum Payment Due on your most recent bill, and the Remaining Term will be automatically calculated.
Term (2–7 years)
Use the slider to choose the preferred length of your new loan. Longer terms will result in lower monthly payments, but you’ll pay more in interest over the life of the loan.
Understanding the Results
CURRENT MONTHLY PAYMENT
This shows what you’re paying now. You can change it in the Monthly Payment field above.
SOFI MONTHLY PAYMENT
This is calculated by applying your new SoFi interest rate and term above to your total debt.
MONTHLY SAVINGS
You’ll save this amount every month because of your lower SoFi interest rate, shorter term, or both. (If the number is negative, try reducing your new term or lowering your interest rate.)
LIFETIME SAVINGS
The personal loan calculator figures the total amount you’ll save over the life of your new SoFi loan.
Benefits of Using a Personal Loan Payment Calculator
You can compare your current debt — loans and credit cards — to see how lowering your interest rate can affect your monthly payment and save you money on the total interest you pay over the life of the loan.
What Can You Use a Personal Loan for?
Personal Loans are very flexible. Some common uses include home improvements, credit card consolidation, medical bills, weddings, and emergency funds in response to unplanned life events.
What's Next: Apply for a Personal Loan
When you’re ready, apply online from start to finish —- you’ll get access to live, U.S.-based customer support, 7 days a week. After a quick application process, you’ll receive the money in a lump sum.
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FAQ
How does the personal loan calculator estimate monthly payments?
Your monthly payments are calculated by applying your new SoFi interest rate and the length of the loan above to the total amount of your current debt.
What’s a good interest rate for a personal loan?
Personal loan interest rates range from 6% to 36%, with an average rate as of November 2022 of 11.21%. Your rate will depend on your credit score,annual income, and your debt-to-income (DTI) ratio. SoFi offers Personal Loans with fixed rates as low as8.99% APR for borrowers who qualify.You can check average personal loan interest rates here.
How long is a typical personal loan?
A personal loan is a short-term, unsecured loan with terms typically ranging from 2 to 5 years.
Do you need a down payment for a personal loan?
You do not need a down payment for a personal loan. However, keep in mind that personal loans, while flexible, may not be used as a mortgage loan or for a down payment on a mortgage.
How will my credit affect my personal loan?
Your credit score is a major factor in qualifying for a personal loan, and will determine your interest rate. A borrower with a Good credit score can pay 2 to 3 times the interest as a borrower with an Excellent score.
What do banks look at when applying for a personal loan?
When someone applies for a personal loan, banks look at the borrower’s credit score and credit history, annual income, and debt-to-income (DTI) ratio. A borrower must also be over 18 and have a bank account. Learn more about typical personal loan requirements.
Will my personal loan payment change from month to month?
If you have a variable interest rate personal loan, your payment could change as interest rates rise and fall. However, if you have a fixed interest rate loan, your payment will never change.
