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Looking for a loan in Ottawa while having a less-than-perfect credit score can be a challenge, since many major banks require a high credit score to issue approvals. But don’t worry, on Smarter Loans there are actually many institutions that offer bad credit loans, regardless of your credit rating.
Smarter Loans has an extensive list of firms with a great history who are willing to work with people most banks turn away. Our list will let you know the conditions and qualifications for each lender, and let you know how to apply for these loans quickly. Don’t let the fact that your score isn’t the best hold you back, there are tons of lenders out there that are perfect for you. Look at one of the lenders in the list below to get started, or apply directly from Smarter Loans, and we’ll help you get the loan you’re looking for.
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Amy Orr is a professional writer and editor with over 10 years of experience in the Canadian, U.S. and U.K. financial markets. She has written for numerous publications on topics as diverse as economic literacy, corporate finance, and technical analysis of numerical data. Prior to transitioning to full-time writing, she worked in the hedge fund sector. Her academic background is astrophysics, and she has a Masters in Finance from the University of Edinburgh Business School.
Jenna West is Smarter Loans' in-house financial writer and content director. She has been covering the Canadian FinTech and finance industry since 2017, including financial trends analysis, industry surveys, regulatory updates and changes in Canadian consumer behaviour when it comes to finance.
