Checking your eligibility has no impact on your credit score4.
It’s easy to use a line of credit once you understand the basics. Here’s how it works.
You can take the amount you need from your available credit when something comes up.
Pay charges on the amount you borrow, not your entire credit limit.
As you pay down your Line of Credit, you can withdraw money again without reapplying.
An installment loan is a lump sum of money that is usually repaid over a fixed loan term. A line of credit is an open-ended loan that gives you flexible access to a set amount of money. You can borrow, repay, and borrow again as you need to5.
| Line of Credit through Creditfresh | Installment Loan |
|---|---|
| Flexibility | |
| Borrow only what you need, repay and borrow again. | Receive the entire loan amount at once. |
| Cost Structure | |
| Pay only for what you borrow. | Charges apply on the full amount. |
| Payment Amount | |
| Payment amounts are based on how much you borrow. | Installment payments on a fixed schedule until the loan is paid off. |
| Convenience | |
| No need to reapply if your account is in good standing5. | Must reapply if you need more money. |
The overall cost of your Line of Credit depends on how much you borrow and how you use your Line of Credit.
You’re only charged on the amount you borrow, not your total credit limit.
Making more than the minimum payment can help lower the total charges you pay.
No surprises, no hidden costs. Everything will be clearly laid out in your agreement.
Learn more about the cost of credit for the products offered by our Bank Lending Partners.
Click the link below for more information about a Line of Credit provided by CBW Bank.
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Click the link below for more information about a Line of Credit provided by First Electronic Bank.
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Click the link below for more information about a FreshLine Line of Credit provided by Column N.A. and serviced by CreditFresh.
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Our bank partners consider the bigger picture, not just your credit score. Even those with less-than-perfect credit may still qualify.
No, checking eligibility will not impact your credit score with the major credit bureaus. If your application for credit is approved, your account activity may be reported to TransUnion.
You’ll just need to provide basic personal information and banking details so we can verify your identity and confirm your income. The process can be completed online.
If we need more information to finish your application and we can't confirm certain details online or over the phone, we may ask for certain documents to help us verify your info.
Some examples of what we might ask for are:
Any documents you share—like bank statements or pay stubs—need to be less than 30 days old.
If you're sending ID, make sure it's not expired.
Protecting your information is a top priority. We work with trusted third-party providers like Flinks and DecisionLogic that use bank-level encryption and strict security standards.
This allows us to review your application securely while ensuring your information private and protected.