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Payday loans in Columbia, South Carolina

What you need to know before getting a short-term loan.

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Name Product Filter Values Loan amount Turnaround time Requirements
LendYou Short-term Loans
Finder Score: 2.5 / 5: ★★★★★
LendYou Short-term Loans
Up to $1,000 for payday loans and up to $5,000 for installment loans
1 business day
$1,000+ monthly income, direct deposit, US citizen or permanent resident, ages 18+
Get offers from potential lenders in minutes by filling out just one online form.
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EarnIn
Finder Score: 4.7 / 5: ★★★★★
EarnIn
Up to $750 per pay period, but only $100 per day
1 to 3 business days or instant for a fee
Direct deposit sent to a checking account, a regular pay schedule, a fixed work location or an online timekeeping system at work
No mandatory fees, no interest and no credit checks. Subject to EarnIn terms & conditions.
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Cleo
Finder Score: 4.1 / 5: ★★★★★
Cleo
Up to $250
3 to 4 days standard transfer. Same day with $3.99 to $9.99 express fee.
Not stated
Automatically monitor your spending plus access cash advances up to $100 at a time.
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Sorbet
Not rated yet
Sorbet
Based on the amount of accrued PTO
Up to 5 business days for approval and 5 business days for funding, or instant for a fee
18 years of age, W-2 employee, US citizen or permanent resident, employer must carry over PTO and payout upon termination
Tap your unused PTO for a cash advance so you can access that money early. Available in all 50 states.
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Dave ExtraCash
Finder Score: 4.2 / 5: ★★★★★
Dave ExtraCash
Up to $500
Up to 3 business days or instant for a fee
At least two direct deposit paychecks to your bank account from your employer, extra money in your bank account
Borrow up to $100 to avoid hefty overdraft fees.
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Fast5kLoans Short-term Loans Connection Service
Finder Score: 0.2 / 5: ★★★★★
Fast5kLoans Short-term Loans Connection Service
$100 to $35,000
As soon as the next business day
Regular source of income, Verifiable bank account, US citizen, Ages 18+
Get connected with multiple lenders you might qualify with — even if you have bad credit.
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Fig Loans Installment Loans
$50 to $100, varies by state
As soon as the same business day
3 months of direct deposits, $1400 per month income, positive bank account balance
Get an affordable installment loan that comes with no fees, flexible terms and predictable monthly repayments.
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Payday loans can help out as a last resort, but they’re regulated differently by state. South Carolina allows payday loans, but you’ll be limited in how much you can borrow. Be sure to check the website of the lender you’re interested in to confirm it operates in South Carolina.

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Name Product Filter Values Loan amount Turnaround time Requirements
LendYou Short-term Loans
Finder Score: 2.5 / 5: ★★★★★
LendYou Short-term Loans
Up to $1,000 for payday loans and up to $5,000 for installment loans
1 business day
$1,000+ monthly income, direct deposit, US citizen or permanent resident, ages 18+
Get offers from potential lenders in minutes by filling out just one online form.
Go to siteMore Info
EarnIn
Finder Score: 4.7 / 5: ★★★★★
EarnIn
Up to $750 per pay period, but only $100 per day
1 to 3 business days or instant for a fee
Direct deposit sent to a checking account, a regular pay schedule, a fixed work location or an online timekeeping system at work
No mandatory fees, no interest and no credit checks. Subject to EarnIn terms & conditions.
Go to siteMore Info
Cleo
Finder Score: 4.1 / 5: ★★★★★
Cleo
Up to $250
3 to 4 days standard transfer. Same day with $3.99 to $9.99 express fee.
Not stated
Automatically monitor your spending plus access cash advances up to $100 at a time.
Go to siteMore Info
Sorbet
Not rated yet
Sorbet
Based on the amount of accrued PTO
Up to 5 business days for approval and 5 business days for funding, or instant for a fee
18 years of age, W-2 employee, US citizen or permanent resident, employer must carry over PTO and payout upon termination
Tap your unused PTO for a cash advance so you can access that money early. Available in all 50 states.
Go to site
Dave ExtraCash
Finder Score: 4.2 / 5: ★★★★★
Dave ExtraCash
Up to $500
Up to 3 business days or instant for a fee
At least two direct deposit paychecks to your bank account from your employer, extra money in your bank account
Borrow up to $100 to avoid hefty overdraft fees.
Go to siteMore Info
Fast5kLoans Short-term Loans Connection Service
Finder Score: 0.2 / 5: ★★★★★
Fast5kLoans Short-term Loans Connection Service
$100 to $35,000
As soon as the next business day
Regular source of income, Verifiable bank account, US citizen, Ages 18+
Get connected with multiple lenders you might qualify with — even if you have bad credit.
Go to site
Fig Loans Installment Loans
$50 to $100, varies by state
As soon as the same business day
3 months of direct deposits, $1400 per month income, positive bank account balance
Get an affordable installment loan that comes with no fees, flexible terms and predictable monthly repayments.
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What are the laws in South Carolina that apply to payday loans in Columbia?

Whether the lender is located in the state or online, it will have to abide by the laws in South Carolina under the code §§ 34-39-110 et seq. This means you can only borrow up to $550. Loan terms are limited to 31 days or less, and lenders are allowed to charge a financing fee of 15%.
You can read about all of South Carolina’s laws here

Costs of a payday loan in South Carolina

If you’re a resident of Columbia, what you’ll have to pay is based off of South Carolina’s laws. The state caps the financing fee at 15%. This means you’ll pay back $115 when you borrow $100. If you borrow the maximum of $550, you’ll need to pay back $632.50. Some lenders may not charge you the maximum financing fee, but it’s best to be prepared when you’re determing how much you want to borrow.
Always read your loan contract over carefully. Lenders are required to tell you exactly how much you’ll end up paying, so work this into your budget.

3 benefits of taking out a payday loan

  • Use the money however you need. As long as you use your loan for a legitimate purpose, you can borrow a loan for whatever you need. From a busted pipe to a car repair to a vet bill, a payday lover can cover all your unexpected expenses.
  • Various options. Given the number of payday lender stores in Columbia, there’s a good chance you’ll find one near your home or work. On top of that, you have the ability to compare online lenders if you don’t have time to visit a storefront.
  • Quick and easy process. You can complete a typical payday loan application within a few minutes. All stores will have someone available to help you through the process, and most online lenders have a live chat you can use if you get stuck during the application.

Stephanie's dog needed a costly surgery

Imagine this scenario: Stephanie’s dog needed surgery. Although Stephanie had a regular job, she still needed a little extra money to afford the cost of the vet bill. She decided to apply for a payday loan because she knew her low credit score would prevent her from being approved for a personal loan or credit card.
Her local online payday lender took her income and employment into consideration and approved her application for a $300 loan. The loan contract clearly stated that the lender would charge 15% of the advanced amount in loan fees, so Stephanie had to make sure $345 would be available on the loan due date in three weeks.
She took on an extra shift at her work every week to make sure she had enough money, and by the end of the loan period, Stephanie was able to pay off her loan without incurring any extra fees.

How you can apply for a payday loan in Columbia, SC

You’ll need to be at least 18 years old, have a regular source of income and be a citizen or permanent resident of the US. Provided you meet these qualifications, you can apply to any of the lenders listed on our comparison table or on the map below.
When you do, you’ll need to fill out the application with your name, date of birth, Social Security number and any other personal details the lender asks for. This is to confirm your identity and make sure you’re able to pay back the loan. Many lenders often require you fill out information about your employment and income as well so they can be sure you won’t be taking out a loan you can’t afford.
If you’re applying online, you may also need to give the lender access to your bank account so it can deposit your loan funds and debit the payment when it’s due.
If you aren’t approved for a loan, why not consider some alternatives?

Payday loan locations in Columbia, South Carolina

Here’s where you can shop for a payday loan in Columbia

  • Check Into Cash. Two Notch Road and Broad River Road
  • Carolina Payday Loans, Inc. Two Notch Road, Sunset Boulevard and Knox Abbott Drive
  • Advance America. Notch Road, Decker Boulevard and Garners Ferry Road
  • ACE Cash Express. Broad River Road and Knox Abbott Drive
  • Check Loans. Bush River Road
  • Check ‘n Go. Two Notch Road
  • Quik Cash. Decker Boulevard
  • Always Money. Garners Ferry Road

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