Disclaimer and Affiliate Disclosure
Last updated: April 6, 2026
Before you read further, you should know the following about this site and the information we provide:
- We are not a lender, broker, or financial advisor. We operate a comparison platform. We do not lend money, process applications, or make credit decisions of any kind.
- Nothing on this site constitutes financial advice. Our content is educational and informational. Your financial decisions should involve a qualified professional who understands your specific situation.
- Loan approval is never guaranteed. Every lender sets their own criteria. Appearing on our site does not mean you will qualify for any product listed here.
- We earn commissions from some lender partners. This is how we fund the site. Our affiliate relationships and how they work are explained in detail below.
1. We Are Not a Lender
TopBadCreditLoans.com is an independent loan comparison platform. We do not lend money, process loan applications, make credit decisions, or act as a broker or agent for any lender. When you click a lender link on our site, you leave our platform and interact directly with the lender. All loan terms, conditions, and approval decisions are made solely by the lender.
2. Not Financial Advice
All content on this site, including articles, lender descriptions, comparison data, and educational materials, is provided for informational purposes only. Nothing on this site should be interpreted as financial, legal, investment, or tax advice.
We do not take into account your personal financial situation, credit history, income, or borrowing needs. Before applying for any loan or making any financial decision, you should consult with a qualified financial professional who can assess your individual circumstances.
3. Loan Approval Not Guaranteed
The presence of a lender on our site does not guarantee that you will be approved for a loan from that lender. Each lender has its own underwriting criteria, and approval depends on your individual creditworthiness, income, and other factors that are entirely within the lender's discretion.
Rates, terms, loan amounts, and fees displayed on our site are provided for comparison purposes and may change at any time. Always verify current terms directly with the lender before applying.
4. Affiliate Disclosure
TopBadCreditLoans.com earns commissions from some of the lender partners listed on our site. When you click through to a lender's website and take action (such as submitting an application), we may receive compensation from that lender.
This compensation helps us operate the site and provide free content and comparison tools to our readers. However:
- Our rankings are independent. Advertising relationships do not influence how we rank lenders or what we recommend.
- We list pros and cons for every lender, including those that compensate us.
- Not all lenders on our site compensate us. We include lenders based on editorial evaluation, not payment.
- Compensation does not affect the terms you receive. The rates and fees you see from a lender are the same whether you reach them through our site or directly.
5. Editorial Independence
Our editorial content, including blog articles, lender reviews, and comparison data, is produced by our team of finance professionals. Editorial decisions, rankings, and recommendations are made independently of our advertising relationships. Our writers are paid for their expertise, not for promoting specific products.
6. Accuracy and Timeliness
We make reasonable efforts to ensure that all information on the site is accurate and current. However, financial products change frequently. Lender terms, rates, fees, and policies may differ from what is displayed here. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information on the site.
If you notice information that appears to be incorrect or outdated, please contact us so we can review and update it.
7. Credit Score Impact
Browsing TopBadCreditLoans.com and using our comparison tools does not affect your credit score. We do not perform credit checks or access your credit report.
However, when you click through to a lender's site and submit a formal application, the lender may perform a hard inquiry on your credit report. Hard inquiries can temporarily lower your credit score. Many lenders offer pre-qualification with a soft pull (which does not affect your score) before requiring a hard pull for final approval. Check with each lender for their specific process.
8. State-Specific Notices
Loan availability, terms, and regulations vary by state. Not all lenders operate in all 50 states. Some loan products may not be available in your state due to regulatory restrictions. Always verify that a lender is licensed to operate in your state before applying.
9. Contact
Questions about this disclaimer or our affiliate relationships? Contact us or email hello@topbadcreditloans.com.