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Prosper review 2026: rates, fees and who it may suit
By Tora Mari Editorial Team · Terms checked October 2026
Fixed-rate loans from $2,000 to $50,000 that list both debt consolidation and home improvements as uses.
Debt consolidation: 2.7 out of 5, ranked 2 of 6. Personal loan, fair credit: 2.7 out of 5, ranked 2 of 6. Home improvement: 2.8 out of 5, ranked 2 of 6.
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Prosper at a glance
- APR
- 8.99% to 35.99%
- Loan amounts
- $2,000 to $50,000
- Terms
- 24 to 72 months
- Minimum credit score
- 640
- Funding
- As soon as 1 business day
What we like
- You can check your rate with a soft credit check
- No prepayment penalty
- Says funds can arrive in 1 business day
Worth knowing
- Rates can reach 35.99% APR
- Its page says a score under 600 may not qualify, and 640 is the minimum to accept an offer. It lists an origination fee as one of its fee types without giving the amount.
Who Prosper may suit
Based on what its page states, it may suit larger projects or balances; people who need funds quickly. It may not suit you if your offer comes back with a high rate or fee, so compare before you decide.
Our score by loan type
- Debt consolidation: 2.7 out of 5, ranked 2 of 6 for debt consolidation loans.
- Personal loan, fair credit: 2.7 out of 5, ranked 2 of 6 for personal loans for fair credit.
- Home improvement: 2.8 out of 5, ranked 2 of 6 for home improvement loans.
Scores come from the terms the lender publishes, using one public formula. Payouts never change a score. A fact a page does not state earns no points, which does not mean the lender lacks it. See how we rate lenders.
Prosper FAQs
Does Prosper charge an origination fee?
We could not find this stated on the page we checked (October 2026). Check the lender's site.
Can I check my Prosper rate without hurting my credit?
Prosper's page says checking your rate does not affect your credit score. A hard inquiry usually applies if you accept an offer and complete the application.
How fast does Prosper fund a loan?
Prosper's page says funds can arrive as soon as 1 business day, depending on approval and verification. Your bank may add time.
Does Prosper have a prepayment penalty?
Prosper's page says there is no prepayment penalty.
What credit score do I need for Prosper?
Prosper's page indicates a minimum around 640. Approval depends on your full profile.
How we reviewed Prosper
We read the lender's own public pages (prosper.com/personal-loans) on October 2026 and recorded only what they state. Rates, approval and terms are set by the lender and vary by applicant. We re-check lenders at least every 90 days.
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