Title Loan Requirements

Find out what you need to qualify for a title loan. Most requirements are straightforward, and your vehicle is your primary qualification.

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Basic Eligibility Requirements

To be matched with title loan lenders, you'll generally need to meet these basic criteria.

Age Requirement

You must be at least 18 years old (19 in some states)

Vehicle Ownership

You must own your vehicle outright with a clear title (no liens)

Valid Title

Your vehicle title must be in your name and free of liens

Proof of Income

Show you have the ability to repay (employment, benefits, etc.)

State Residency

Must be a resident of a state where title loans are available

Good news: Credit score is NOT a major factor! Your vehicle serves as collateral.

Documents You'll Need

Have these documents ready to speed up your application process.

Identity Documents

  • Government-issued photo ID (driver's license or state ID)
  • Social Security number
  • Proof of current address (utility bill, bank statement)

Vehicle Documents

  • Clear vehicle title in your name
  • Vehicle registration
  • Proof of insurance
  • Set of keys (some lenders require)

Financial Documents

  • Proof of income (pay stubs, bank statements, benefits letter)
  • References (personal or professional)
  • Bank account information (for fund deposit)

Vehicle Requirements

Your vehicle is the most important factor in qualifying for a title loan.

Clear title with no liens
Vehicle in your name
Generally 10-15 years old or newer
Working condition
Minimum value varies by lender
Salvage titlesDoes not qualify
Leased vehiclesDoes not qualify
Vehicles with existing liensDoes not qualify

Note: Vehicle requirements vary by lender. Some may accept older vehicles or those with higher mileage. The best way to find out is to submit an inquiry.

State Availability

Title loans are regulated differently in each state. We connect borrowers with lenders in states where title loans are permitted.

Texas

One of the largest title loan markets

Georgia

Title pawns regulated under pawn laws

Arizona

Consumer Lender License required

Tennessee

Title pledge lenders regulated

Missouri

Licensed under consumer finance laws

California

Finance lenders law applies

Nevada

Check cashers and title lenders licensed

Virginia

Motor vehicle title loan act

Title loans also available in Alabama, California, Delaware, Idaho, Illinois, Mississippi, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Ohio, South Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, and Wisconsin.

Bad Credit? No Problem.

Title loans are secured loans, meaning your vehicle serves as collateral. This means lenders focus primarily on your vehicle's value, not your credit score. While some lenders may check your credit, bad credit, no credit, or even bankruptcy typically won't disqualify you.

Bad Credit OKNo Credit OKBankruptcy OKSelf-Employed OK

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Our simple form helps determine if you qualify. No credit impact, no obligation.