{"id":866470,"date":"2020-07-06T11:55:33","date_gmt":"2020-07-06T15:55:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/?p=866470"},"modified":"2026-08-27T10:08:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T14:08:36","slug":"should-i-get-a-payday-loan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/payday-loans\/should-i-get-a-payday-loan","title":{"rendered":"Should I Take Out a Payday Loan?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With APRs over 300%, taking out a payday loan is one of the most expensive ways to borrow money. But when you\u2019ve absolutely run out of options, this type of loan can help you stay afloat.<\/p><h3>When should I avoid payday loans?<\/h3><p>Generally, you might want to stay away from payday loans in the following situations:<\/p><ul class=\"list-12\"><li><strong>You have time to qualify for a less expensive alternative.<\/strong> The main advantage of payday loans is that they\u2019re fast and available to borrowers with less-than-perfect credit. But <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/payday-loans\/payday-loan-alternatives\">there are payday loan alternatives<\/a> that are significantly cheaper and come with fewer risks.<\/li><li><strong>You have ongoing financial problems.<\/strong> A payday loan is a short-term solution to temporary problems. If you have ongoing financial difficulty, consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/personal-loans\/debt-management\/free-help-for-debt-management\">talking to a credit counsellor<\/a> who can walk you through your other options instead.<\/li><li><strong>You won\u2019t have enough income left after repaying your payday loan. <\/strong>If you know you\u2019ll be short on income once you repay a payday loan, avoid getting it in the first place as it could trap you in a cycle of debt.<\/li><li><strong>You need more than $1,500.<\/strong> Payday loans max out at $1,500. If you need to borrow more, this isn\u2019t the right type of loan for you.<\/li><li><strong>You don\u2019t think you can pay it back.<\/strong> If you don\u2019t repay your payday loan, you\u2019ll be charged NSF and late fees. The payday lender can also send your debt to collections.<\/li><\/ul><h3 id=\"alternatives\">Alternative: Cash advances<\/h3>\nCash advances can be much cheaper, with APRs as low as 0% and flexible repayment terms. 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Your exact rate, if any is offered to you, will be determined solely by the lender based on its assessment of your loan application, which is subject to the lender\u2019s terms and conditions and credit criteria.\" title=\"\" data-original-title=\"\"><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n                                                                                                        <li><svg class=\"topPicks__featureIcon luna-icon\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" style=\"--fill: #008024\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><use xlink:href=\"#check-circle-fill\"><\/use><\/svg><span>Borrow $30 \u2013 $250<\/span><\/li>\n                                                                                                        <li><svg class=\"topPicks__featureIcon luna-icon\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" style=\"--fill: #008024\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><use xlink:href=\"#check-circle-fill\"><\/use><\/svg><span>Repay within 31 days, extendable<\/span><\/li>\n                                                                                                        <li><svg class=\"topPicks__featureIcon luna-icon\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" style=\"--fill: #008024\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><use xlink:href=\"#check-circle-fill\"><\/use><\/svg><span>No credit check<\/span><\/li>\n                                                                        <\/ul>\n                                      <\/div>\n                              <\/div>\n\n            <\/article>\n\n                      <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<h3>When should I consider a payday loan?<\/h3><p>If you\u2019re certain you will have the funds to repay a payday loan within a short period of time, it might be useful in the following situations:<\/p><ul class=\"list-1\"><li><strong>You need more than $750.<\/strong> Cash advance apps are cheaper, but they only lend up to $750.<\/li><li><b>It\u2019s an emergency. <\/b>Payday loans are quick to get, making them a viable choice when you need cash in a pinch. However, they\u2019re not the only emergency loans available. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/personal-loans\/emergency-loans\">Learn more about emergency loans.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><article class=\"luna-card luna-card--shadow\"><div class=\"luna-card__block\"><h4>Payday loans vs. overdrafting your account<\/h4><p>Overdraft protection is a service offered by banks. An overdraft occurs when there isn\u2019t enough money in your bank account for a transaction, but your bank allows the transaction to go through anyway for a fee. Overdrafting your account can be the closest alternative to taking out a payday loan \u2014 you can get the money instantly. However, overdraft protection may be subject to credit approval.<\/p><\/div><\/article><h3>What are other alternatives to payday loans?<\/h3><ul class=\"list-9\"><li><strong>Installment loans.<\/strong> These are a type of personal loan offered by online lenders. They tend to have smaller loan amounts, shorter terms and higher interest rates than traditional personal loans. They also have easier eligibility requirements. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/personal-loans\/best-installment-loans\">Learn more about the best installment loans.<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/cash-advance-apps\"><strong>Pay advance apps.<\/strong><\/a> This is also offered by online lenders. Borrow a small amount 24\/7 and take advantage of more flexible repayment terms than payday loans. Cash advance apps don\u2019t do credit checks.<\/li><li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/211.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit 211.ca<\/a>.<\/strong> If you\u2019re experiencing a long-term financial setback, look into government and community resources available to residents of your province.<\/li><\/ul><h3>Bottom line<\/h3><p>A payday loan can help in an emergency when you have exhausted all your other options. But you might want to look into your cheaper alternatives first to avoid getting caught in a cycle of debt.<\/p><p>You can learn more about how these loans work by reading <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/payday-loans\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">our guide to payday loans<\/a>.<\/p><h3>Frequently asked questions<\/h3><ul class=\"luna-accordionGroup accordionGroup\">\n\t<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000001\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000001\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Can I get a payday loan to improve my credit?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000001\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>No \u2014 most payday lenders don't report on-time repayments to the major credit bureaus, so they're not a good option to build your credit. However, these types of lenders <em>do <\/em>report missed payments, which will hurt your credit.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000002\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000002\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Can I cancel a payday loan?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000002\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>Check the payday loan regulations of your province as they can differ among provinces. 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