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Payday, personal & title loans: get $100 to $5,000 with one short form

Free to use. About 3 minutes. Bad credit OK to apply. No obligation. Get matched with lenders in our network that serve your state.

✓ Free to use✓ 3-minute form✓ Funds as soon as next business day✓ Laws for all 50 states and DC

Choose a loan type

How it works

  1. Tell us what you need. One secure form, about three minutes.
  2. We match you. Your request goes to lenders in our network that serve your state.
  3. Review the offer. The lender shows the APR, fees and schedule before you sign — you're never obligated.
  4. Get funded. Money is deposited directly to your bank account, often the next business day.

What you need

  • 18+ and a US resident
  • Steady income (job or benefits)
  • Checking account in your name
  • Working phone and email

Request a personal loan

✓ Free to use✓ About 3 minutes✓ No obligation✓ Bad credit OK to apply
  1. 1 Choose an amount and fill out the form
  2. 2 Get matched with a lender in our network
  3. 3 Review your offer and get funded, often next business day

Tip: apply on a weekday morning for the best chance of funding by the next business day.

No hard credit inquiry on our end; lenders may check your credit. Not a lender; approval, amount and terms come from the lender. Example: $1,000 over 12 months at 35.99% APR ≈ $100.46/month.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Zebra Finance a lender?

No. We are a free, privately owned matching service. You fill out one form and we share it with lenders and lending partners in our network who may make you an offer. The lender sets the amount, rate and terms.

Is Zebra Finance a government agency?

No. Zebra Finance is a private company and is not affiliated with any federal or state government agency.

How much can I borrow?

Lenders in our network offer from about $100 to $5,000. Payday loans are usually $100–$1,000; personal installment loans and title loans can be larger. State law limits what lenders can offer where you live.

Will checking offers hurt my credit?

No hard credit inquiry on our end. Lenders in our network may check your credit, including alternative credit data, before making an offer.

How fast can I get money?

Many lenders decide within minutes and deposit funds as soon as the next business day after you sign.

What do I need to apply?

Typically: be 18 or older and a US resident, have a steady source of income, an active checking account in your name, and a working phone and email.

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