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How a Line of Credit Works

LendDirect personal lines of credit work similarly to a credit card. Apply just once, and if approved, you have access to take cash advances as often as you'd like up to your credit limit.

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Get up to $10,000

How Personal Lines of Credit Work

Your Personal Loan Explained in 6 Simple Steps

  • 1Complete your application

    You can complete your loan application 100% online, or by phone. When applying, you will need to provide personal, income & bank account information.

  • 2Verify your income

    Submit documentation verifying your income to receive a lending decision.

  • 3Receive a lending decision

    After submitting your application and income verification, we will provide you with a lending decision.

  • 4Receive your money

    Have your money direct deposited into your chequing account or select Interac e-Transfer® to get your funds in as little as 15 minutes.

  • 5Make payments

    Make regular payments over time, with the option to pay more than the minimum amount due to save on interest paid.

  • 6Withdraw cash

    As you pay down your balance, you can get additional cash advances up to your approved credit limit.

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You can completely fill out your LendDirect application online.

Get started with:

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Basic personal information
(must be 18 years old to apply)

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Open bank account
in your name

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Proof of
recurring income

Is a Personal Line of Credit Right for Me?

We want you to be sure that you are making the right decision for your personal situation. Visit our help section to learn more about LendDirect personal lines of credit.

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The Annual Interest Rate is 34.99%. Subject to eligibility, credit check, underwriting and approval. Terms and conditions apply. Credit limit and interest rate are based on creditworthiness at time of application. Payments are due on scheduled income deposits. Generally, applicants who are most creditworthy qualify for the lowest rates. BC Licence #83734

Lending decisions and funding times subject to system limitations.

§Applying to view the value you are pre-approved for will only result in a soft credit check which will not affect your credit score. However, if you decide to accept a Line of Credit, then a hard inquiry will occur which may have an impact.

Interac e-Transfer®: As soon as 15-minute funding available only when using Interac e-Transfer®. Subject to bank processing and system limitations. Interac e-Transfer® can be used to transfer funds up to $10,000. Interac® and the Interac design are registered trademarks of Interac Inc.

LendDirect reports Line of Credit payment history to Equifax® Canada credit bureau so it can help build your credit history if used responsibly. Various factors can affect your credit, including but not limited to paying all your bills on time every month, avoiding the usage of the full amount of your available credit, and lowering your credit usage balance compared to available credit. Late payments, missed payments, or other defaults on your account may be reflected in your credit report.

†† Cash advances only available up to approved credit limit; $25 minimum cash advance requirement; restrictions may apply.

Loan Protection: Must be 18 years of age or older, and under 70 years of age to be eligible. The optional Loan Protection Plan is a Credit Group Insurance Plan Underwritten by Canadian Premier Life Insurance Company and Canadian Premier General Insurance Company.