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Happy Money – Personal Loan

4.4 / 5 (2640 reviews)

Happy Money (formerly Payoff) focuses exclusively on credit card debt consolidation with fixed-rate personal loans up to $40,000.

Amount $5,000 USD – $40,000 USD
APR from 11.72%
Term 24 – 60 months
Approval 3-6 business days
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Happy Money Personal Loan – 2026 Review

Happy Money (rebranded from Payoff in 2021) is a California fintech with a narrow but useful focus: credit card debt consolidation. It does not fund auto loans, home improvements, or general expenses — only credit card payoff.

Loan Terms

Loans range from $5,000 to $40,000 with terms of 24 to 60 months. APRs are capped at 24.50%, which is lower than many competitors. Origination fee ranges from 0% to 5%.

✓ Pros

  • Lower max APR than most
  • No late fees
  • Direct creditor payments
  • Member-of-credit-union perks

✗ Cons

  • Credit card consolidation only
  • No co-signer or joint applicants
  • Funding can take up to 6 days

Loan Example

Example: $12,000 loan for 60 months at 14.50% APR = monthly payment of $282.39, total payable $16,943.40.

Eligibility Requirements

  • ✓ Age 18+ years
  • ✓ US citizen or permanent resident
  • ✓ Credit score 640+
  • ✓ Debt-to-income ratio under 50%
  • ✓ Existing credit card debt

Loan Features

  • Credit card payoff focus
  • APR capped at 24.50%
  • No late fees
  • Free FICO tracking
  • Funded by credit unions

Frequently Asked Questions

3-6 business days after submitting your application.

The minimum amount at Happy Money is $5,000 USD.