Who's better: Spring Financial or Fairstone?

Both lenders have their strengths and weaknesses. If you want in-person service, then Fairstone is the winner since Spring is online only. If your credit score is low, you may have more options with Spring.

Does Fairstone give instant approval?

Fairstone prequalifies you within minutes, so you can know instantly whether you're approved or denied. You can get approval as soon as the same day.

Who are Fairstone's competitors?

Fairstone's competitors are other alternative lenders like Spring Financial, easyfinancial and Money Mart.

Fairstone is fast if you get an unsecured personal loan. This can take a day or two. If you get a secured personal loan, the process may take more than three business days.