How long has LiveLend been trading? LiveLend is part of Chetwood Financial Limited, company number 09964966, which is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority, under registration number 740551. Authorisation can be checked on the Financial Services Register at www.fca.org.uk. Chetwood was set up in March 2016 by financial services experts and technologists. We are focused on improving lives by using technology to create innovative, low cost products.
What type of loans do you offer? At LiveLend, we’ll simply offer the best loan we can. Our loans are online personal loans from £1,000 to £12,000. This can be for any purpose, although we don’t provide loans for investments or for the purchase of residential property. We also don't offer loans to businesses.
We provide LiveLend loans through popular comparison websites, such as ClearScore , MoneySupermarket .com and Experian .
To check your eligibility with no impact on your credit score, simply head over to your preferred application partner. There you’ll see all of the loans from across the market that you’re eligible for and that are best suited to your personal needs. You might not see LiveLend in your results, that just means there are other loans better suited to your personal circumstances.
How are you regulated? LiveLend is part of Chetwood Financial Limited, company number 09964966, which is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority, under registration number 740551. We’re also registered with the Information Commissioner's Office under registration ZA218401 and we’re a member of CIFAS, the UK's leading fraud prevention service.
How do I complain? If you have a complaint we want to hear it, so please get in touch. We’ll review your feedback and come back to you as soon as possible.
If you’re not satisfied with our response to your complaint, you can refer your complaint to the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS). Please note that the FOS won’t look at your complaint until it has been raised with LiveLend and we’ve been given a reasonable time to respond.
What are the features of your loan? We've designed our loans alongside our customers and, as a result, we’ve developed a truly fair and flexible loan.
We won't charge you any additional fees. Ever. Not to open your loan, to service it or to close it early. We won’t even charge you if you miss a loan repayment.
We'll always give you an instant decision, and we’ll do it in a way that doesn’t impact your credit score, so that you can get your quote and shop around for the best rate.
We won’t ask you for information that we don't need and with a simple, online application it should only take five minutes to complete. Not only will we give you a decision in two minutes, we’ll also transfer your funds immediately so your money is in your account in under four hours.
Since the 29th November 2018, we only offer the Reward Loan.
Our loans are 25.7% APR Representative.
Where can I find your full terms and conditions? Your personal loan terms and conditions will be provided online, and by email, after you’ve got a quote. Here is a list of other useful documents:
Privacy Policy
Terms of use
Cookies Policy
Complaints Policy
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What fees do you charge? We won't charge you any additional fees. Ever. Not to open your loan, to service it or to close it early. We won’t even charge you if you miss a loan repayment. The only interest you pay is the loan APR on the amount you borrow.
Our loans are 25.7% APR Representative.
How do I request my data? If you want to request a Data Subject Access Request you can do that through our online form here.
What interest rates do you offer on your loans? Our loan APRs (Annual Percentage Rates) start at 10.9% to 39.9%.
Representative Example: 25.7% APR Representative based on a loan of £5,000, repayable over 42 months at an interest of 25.7% pa (fixed). Monthly repayment of £174.65. Total amount payable £7,335.28. Our representative APR applies to loans from £1,000 to £12,000, for terms of 12-60 months.
Who is LiveLend owned by? LiveLend is part of Chetwood Financial Limited, company number 09964966, which is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority, under registration number 740551. Authorisation can be checked on the Financial Services Register at www.fca.org.uk. Chetwood was set up in March 2016 by financial services experts and technologists. We're focused on improving lives by using technology to create innovative, low cost products. Find out more about Chetwood.
What do you mean by no credit footprint? At LiveLend we only use soft searches, also known as quotation searches, to work out whether you’re approved for our loans. Soft searches are different from credit application searches, which happen when you actually apply for a product. Too many credit application searches in a short space of time can damage your credit score.
A soft search, on the other hand, will let you know whether you’re eligible for the loan before you apply. That means we’re taking the guesswork out of applying for credit and protecting your score.
You can access LiveLend loans through popular comparison websites, such as ClearScore , MoneySuperMarket.com and Experian .
To check your eligibility with no impact on your credit score, simply head over to your preferred application partner. There you’ll see all of the loans from across the market that you’re eligible for and that are best suited to your personal needs.
Who can apply for a LiveLend loan? To be eligible for a LiveLend loan you need to meet the following criteria: All our loans are subject to status and our credit checking. We don’t offer joint applications, guarantor loans or loans to businesses.
Can I pause my application and come back to it? No, not yet, but we know you're busy, so you can get your quote in just two minutes via your preferred financial services comparison provider.
Your quote will let you know whether you can take out our loan, and we’ll also give you your real rate. That way, you’ll know exactly how much your loan will cost. The rest of the application will take just another three minutes and we’ll transfer your funds immediately so your money is in your account in under four hours.
Our loans are 25.7% APR Representative.
What is an APR? APR stands for the Annual Percentage Rate. This is basically what you'll pay on top of the money you borrow. This cost will already be included within your monthly repayment and your total cost of borrowing. At LiveLend, we don't charge any fees on top of the APR.
How do you decide what rate to charge me? We think representative rates are confusing. So, when we give you your quote, we’ll also give you your real rate. That way, you’ll know exactly how much your loan will cost. This is a rate individual to you, worked out based on the information you provide us with as part of your application, any information we might already know about you, and the information provided to us by our Credit Reference Agency.
What do I need to include in my monthly expenses? You should include your essential expenses and financial commitments.
For example:
I don't have a perfect credit rating, can I take a loan with you? Yes, at LiveLend, we understand that people miss payments from time to time, but we also want to make sure you can afford to repay the loan. So, we use lots of data to help us make our lending decision, and we’ll pick up the phone for a chat if we have any questions.
Why can't you verify my bank details? As a 100% digital bank, we use online electronic tools to verify your details. You have a total of three attempts to submit your bank details. If we haven't been able to match your details during your first attempt, you can try entering a different bank account as long as it fits the criteria above. Our digital approach allows our customers to manage their loan completely online wherever they are but it also means we keep costs low so that we can continue to offer great rates. This does mean, however, that some customers won’t be able to take a loan with us, depending on who they bank with, as we mention above.
When sharing your bank details during your loan application, it's important you check that:
If we’re still unable to verify your details, it may be that your bank account is one that hasn’t adapted to the industry standard, that came into effect in 1998, where established banks share useful information directly with credit reference agencies (CRAs) and online financial services like ourselves. Some of the accounts that fit this criteria are listed below.
Unfortunately, if we can’t match your account then you won’t be able to take a loan with us right now. We welcome more support from established banks to increase the number of accounts they share with us. Until then, we’re working hard to welcome even more customers to LiveLend.
What can I include within my income? Your main source of income is usually your salary. You can tell us what this is, either monthly or annually and the amount, either before or after tax. Most people select monthly after tax as this is the actual amount you get paid every month. You can also include income from additional jobs, income from savings or investments, any permanent benefits that you receive, and any regular bonuses. However, you should only include regular income and you should be honest about how much you receive, as we will look to confirm this through our soft search.
How long will the application take? If you're eligible for the LiveLend Reward Loan, you’ll see us listed in your search results from your preferred financial services comparison provider.
If you’re eligible, we’ll show you your real rate so you’ll know exactly how much your loan will cost from the outset. The rest of the application will take just another three minutes, and we’ll transfer your funds immediately so your money is in your account in under four hours.
Our loans are 25.7% APR Representative.
How do I find out my credit score? There are three Credit Reference Agencies (CRAs) in the UK - Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. All three are dedicated to collecting information on your financial behaviour and how it has impacted your score. CRAs must share your credit report with you if you request it. It’s good practice to look at all of your credit scores on a regular basis so you can keep an eye on any changes. They all have different scores but this is completely normal. You can get to know your credit score better with free credit reports at ClearScore, Intuit Credit Karma and Experian.
Will you be doing a credit check on me? At LiveLend we only use soft searches, also known as quotation searches, to work out whether you’re approved for our loans. Soft searches are different from credit application searches, which happen when you actually apply for a product. Too many credit application searches in a short space of time can damage your credit score. A soft search, on the other hand, will let you know whether you’re eligible for the loan before you apply. That means we’re taking the guesswork out of applying for credit and protecting your score. You can get your quote by using our loan calculator and clicking 'Get my quote'. If you decide to take a LiveLend loan we’ll conduct a full search and update the Credit Reference Agencies that you've taken a loan with us.
Why is the rate you have offered me different to the advertised rate? We have to use representative rates on our website to comply with regulation, but we know that these rates can be confusing. So, when we give you your quote, we’ll also give you your real rate. We do this in just two minutes, and without any impact to your credit report, so that you know exactly how much your loan will cost. This real rate is a rate individual to you, worked out based on the information you provide us with as part of your application, any information we might already know about you, and the information provided to us by our Credit Reference Agency.
You previously declined my application, can I apply again? Yes, but we recommend that you wait at least six months before reapplying.
Why do you need more information about my application? For a small number of customers we'll need a little more information. As a responsible lender, we want to make sure that our loan is good for you and make sure you can afford to repay the loan. Our UK support team will contact you directly to discuss your loan application and any additional information that they might need.
Why have you declined my application? We understand that our decision may be a disappointment, so let us explain how we’ve reached it. As a responsible lender, we always review all the information available to us. That way, we can make a fair decision. The only information we use is what you told us in your application, information we might already know about you and information provided by Credit Reference Agencies. When reviewing information we promise to only use soft searches, so there’s no impact on your credit rating. We consider several factors including:
What fraud prevention agencies do you use? We have systems that protect our customers and ourselves against fraud and other crime. We will share your personal information from your application with fraud prevention agencies. If you provide false or inaccurate information and fraud is identified, details of this fraud will be passed to these agencies. Law enforcement agencies may access and use this information. We and other organisations may also access and use this information to prevent fraud and money laundering, for example, when: At LiveLend we use the following fraud prevention agencies:
How do I change my phone number?
How do I update my personal details? You can change your personal details online. Simply log in, click on Account and update your details.
I already have a loan with you, can I borrow more? Our customers aren't able to borrow more on top of their existing loan. If you need some extra support with your loan repayments or would like to chat to us about your loan in general, get in touch with us so we can help.
What is the Reward Loan and how does it work? The LiveLend Reward Loan is a loan that rewards you for improvements in your credit score. When your credit score goes up, the interest rate you’ll be charged will go down.
We'll look at your credit score every three months and if your credit score has gone up by 25 points, we'll automatically reduce your loan rate. Don't worry, this check won't affect your credit score. For every 25 points that your credit score increases, we'll reduce your loan rate by 2%, as long as you're up to date with your repayments.
We'll reduce your loan rate straight away and reduce your monthly repayments, so your loan will cost you less! Your loan rate can reduce to 9.9%. We'll never put your rate back up, even if your score gets worse.
The credit score we use to review your eligibility for rewards is taken directly from Equifax on the day that you apply for our loan. We’ll always use this score for your Reward Loan.
The Reward Loan is available exclusively through popular comparison websites such as ClearScore, MoneySuperMarket.com and Experian.
To check your eligibility with no impact on your credit score, simply head over to your preferred financial services comparison provider. There you’ll see all of the loans from across the market that you’re eligible for and that are best suited to your personal needs.
Our loan APRs (Annual Percentage Rates) start at 10.9% to 39.9%.
Representative Example: 25.7% APR Representative based on a loan of £5,000, repayable over 42 months at an interest of 25.7% pa (fixed). Monthly repayment of £174.65. Total amount payable £7,335.28. Our representative APR applies to loans from £1,000 to £12,000, for terms of 12-60 months.
Our loans are 25.7% APR Representative.
When will my reward be applied to my Reward Loan? Every three months, we'll do a reward review to see if you've qualified for a reward. If you have qualified for a reward, we'll put your rate down straight away. We'll do this automatically, so there's no need for you to do anything. We'll apply your reduced loan rate to your next loan repayment. This means your monthly repayment will be less. We'll send you an email to let you know how much your loan rate is reducing by.
What if I want someone to act on my behalf in dealing with my loan account? If you need to put someone else in control of your account, for example, because you lack mental capacity to look after your own financial affairs, please get in touch with our team. We’ll need a copy of your registration of Power of Attorney.
Do you offer repayment holidays? If you’re struggling to make your next repayment, or have already missed a repayment, don’t panic. It's important that you get in touch with us straight away so that we can help.
We’ll work with you to understand your situation and offer a tailored solution to help get things back on track.
I’ve been affected by Coronavirus, how can you help? If you’ve been impacted during this difficult time, don’t worry - we’re here to help.
We have a number of different options we can offer that can help make things more manageable such as a temporary reduced payment plan.
If you’d like to discuss the solutions we can offer you whilst things get back on track, get in touch with us now.
During this time, we’re prioritising those who need urgent support with their next repayment, so please bear with us whilst we manage these queries first and get back to you as soon as possible.
There’s also lots of free and independent advice available to help you manage other areas of your finances. You can take advantage of this support by clicking the links below
Money Advice Services’ Money Navigator Tool
FCA guidance
StepChange
Citizens Advice
MoneySavingExpert
Can I reinstate my Direct Debit? Yes. If you'd like to reinstate your Direct Debit so your monthly repayment is taken on the original date you requested on your loan application, please follow the steps below: Having a Direct Debit set up will help you make your monthly repayments on time.
Can I view my loan statement online? Yes, to view your loan information, simply log into your account and select Overview. Your payments are shown at the bottom of the page. If you want to view your annual loan statement you can do this in the Messages section of the site. You can log in here.
What happens if I want to close my loan early? If you’re thinking about closing your loan early, it’s important that you get an early settlement quote first. You can get a quote by: You’ll be given a quote which includes your latest balance, plus any daily interest due to be applied. There are no fees to close your loan early, and closing your loan early will reduce the amount of interest you pay. Your early settlement quote will be valid for 30 days. If you get a quote to settle your loan, and your next repayment is due within the next three working days, we won’t be able to cancel your Direct Debit in time. So, if you were to settle your loan you’d effectively overpay your account. Don’t worry - we’ll refund any overpayments within 10 days. If you’d prefer this not to happen, we recommend waiting until 10 days after your next repayment due date to allow for this payment to clear before requesting your early settlement quote.
I want to change the amount I repay monthly as I can’t afford it anymore, what do I do? If you’re struggling to make your next repayment, or have already missed a repayment, don’t panic. At LiveLend, we won’t charge you for missing a repayment. However, missing a repayment will result in you paying additional interest on your loan, and could have a negative impact on your credit score.
We can work with you to make sure this doesn’t happen so if you feel you’d benefit from additional support, we’ll give you a call to understand your situation and help you find a solution that’s right for you. Get in touch with us and we’ll help you get things back on track.
How do I change my repayment date for my loan? We recommend you pick a date close to the day you get paid as most of our customers find this easier to manage. You won’t be able to change your repayment date within the first 12 months of your loan.
When will my first payment be taken? When you apply for your loan, you can choose the date you’d like your payments to be taken from your account. We recommend you pick a date close to the day you get paid as most of our customers find this easier to manage. Depending what date you pick, your loan repayments may start the following month.
If you’ve taken a loan and forgotten what date you selected, you can log in and click Overview. Your repayment date and history will be available at the bottom of the page under Your Payments. You can also find these details in your loan documents in Messages.
How do I set up a new Direct Debit? To set your Direct Debit back up, please follow the steps below: It’s important that you have a Direct Debit set up to help you make your monthly repayments on time.
Can I decide what date of the month the payments leave my account? When you apply for your loan, you can choose the date you'd like your payments to be taken from your account. We recommend you pick a date close to the day you get paid as most of our customers find this easier to manage. Depending what date you pick, your loan might start the following month.
I'm struggling to make my repayments, what do I do? If you’re struggling to make your next repayment, or have already missed a repayment, don’t panic. It's important that you get in touch with us straight away so that we can help.
We'll work with you to understand your situation and offer solutions such as a temporary reduced payment plan.
I have missed a payment, what do I do? If you’ve missed a payment by accident, please log in to your account, click on Manage and make a payment for your repayment amount by debit card.
If you’re struggling to make your next repayment, or have already missed a repayment, don’t panic. Get in touch with us so that we can help you.
What happens if I miss a payment? At LiveLend we won't charge you a fee. Ever. Not even if you miss a loan repayment. However, missing a repayment will result in you paying additional interest on your loan, and will have a negative impact on your credit score.
Alternatively, if you're struggling to make your full repayment, please get in touch with us so we can help you.
How can I find out how many loan repayments I have left to make? To view your loan information, simply log in to your account and select Overview. Your 'Remaining term' is shown as well as your 'Loan to be settled' date. Your repayment amount and date are shown at the bottom of the page under the Payments section.