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Personal Loans at HVCU, with no payments for 90 days3 and loan amounts up to $50,000.
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Personal Loans & Lines of Credit

We offer both secured and unsecured loans and lines of credit so you can choose a loan that's right for you. 
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Personal Loans and Personal Lines of Credit:
Your Path to Financial Flexibility

At Hudson Valley Credit Union (HVCU), we understand that life's journey often requires financial flexibility. That's why we offer a range of personal loans and lines of credit to help you achieve your goals, whether you're consolidating debt, funding a home improvement project, or preparing for unexpected expenses.

Our personal line of credit provides revolving access to funds when you need them most, while our one-time personal loans offer structured repayment plans to fit your budget. For those looking to establish or repair credit, we also offer short-term loan options tailored to your needs.


Unsecured Personal Loans and Lines of Credit

Flexible borrowing options without the need for collateral.

  • Credit that you can tap into on a revolving basis when you need it.

    • Revolving credit limit offering up to $50,000
    • Monthly payment equal to 2% of outstanding balance
    • Can be used as overdraft protection for your checking account
    • Conveniently access your funds at any HVCU branch or ATM, or through Internet Banking or Mobile Banking
    • Free convenience checks
    • Lower your rate by .25% when you have your loan payment automatically deducted from your checking, savings, or tiered money market account1

  • A one-time disbursement of cash paid back monthly for a specific term.

    • Fixed loan amounts up to $50,000
    • Terms up to 60 months2
    • No payments for 90 days3
    • Monthly principal and interest payments
    • Lower your rate by .25% when you have your loan payment automatically deducted from your checking, savings, or tiered money market account1

  • A short-term loan that doesn’t require a credit check, and can help you build or repair credit. 

    Personal Assistance Loan (PAL)

    • Loan amounts from $200 up to $1,000
    • Fixed 6-month term4
    • $20 application fee5
    • No credit check required
    • Instant loan decision
    • 90 day membership requirement

    PAL Plus

    • Loan amounts up to $1,500
    • Fixed 12-month Term4
    • $20 application fee5
    • No credit check required
    • Instant loan decision
    • 90 day membership requirement

     


Compare Unsecured Lines of Credit & Personal Loans

Choose between revolving credit access and fixed-term loans to suit your financial needs.

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Loan Feature Readi-Cash Line of Credit Signature Loan Personal Assistance Loans
Interest Rate
Variable
Fixed
Fixed
Credit/Application Required
Yes
Yes
No
Term
N/A
Terms up to 60 months 2
Up to 12 months 4
Payment Type Monthly payment is based on 2% of the loan balance at the end of the month or $10, whichever is greater
Monthly principal and interest payments
Monthly principal and interest payments
Application
Apply online,  at any branch or via our Contact Center
Apply online,  at any branch or via our Contact Center
Apply through online banking
All Funds Fully Disbursed at Funding
No
Yes
Yes
Funds Become Available After Payments are Made
Yes
No
No
Source of Overdraft Protection
Yes
No
No
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Check Out Our Personal Loan & Line of Credit Rates

Readi-Cash Line of Credit
$50,000 Maximum
13.99%
Variable APR
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Signature Loan
Up to 12 months/$50,000 Maximum
9.99%
Fixed APR
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Signature Loan
13-36 Months/$50,000 Maximum
10.74%
Fixed APR
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Signature Loan
37 to 60 Months/$50,000 Maximum
11.74%
Fixed APR
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Personal Assistance Loan
$200 Minimum/$1,000 Maximum
25.00%
Fixed APR
All Rates & Disclosures
PAL Plus
$500 Minimum/$1,500 Maximum
18.00%
Fixed APR
All Rates & Disclosures

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Hudson Valley Credit Union proudly serves the Hudson Valley and Capital District regions, providing personal loans for individuals all over New York. Choose from our unsecured options for quick, hassle-free borrowing, or opt for our savings-secured loans and take advantage of lower interest rates while building your credit profile.

From unsecured personal loans to secured lines of credit, Hudson Valley Credit Union is committed to offering flexible solutions that work for you and your financial journey. 

Discover the Hudson Valley difference today and take the first step towards realizing your financial aspirations with our personal loan and line of credit options.


Secured Personal Loans and Lines of Credit

Lower-rate options using your savings or certificate accounts as collateral.

    • Great for establishing or repairing credit
    • Loans starting at $500
    • Borrow up to 100% of the amount in your savings account
    • Terms up to 96 months6
    • Your savings account funds securing the loan are frozen while the debit is outstanding
    • Provides you with a lump sum, which you pay back in monthly principal and interest payments
    • Rate is equal to your current savings account’s dividend rate plus 3.5% (ADR + 3.5%)
    • You may have only one pledge of savings loan or savings secured line of credit at a given time 
    • Holiday club accounts can’t be used to secure your loan
    • Great for establishing or repairing credit
    • Lines of credit starting at $500
    • Borrow up to 100% of the amount in your savings account
    • Your savings account funds securing the line of credit are frozen while the debit is outstanding
    • Rate is equal to your current savings account’s dividend rate plus 3.5% (ADR + 3.5%)
    • You may have only one pledge of savings loan or savings secured line of credit at a given time 
    • Holiday club accounts can’t be used to secure your line of credit
    • Great for establishing or repairing credit
    • Loans starting at $500
    • Borrow up to 100% of the amount in your certificate account
    • Terms start at 30 days7, not to exceed the maturity date of your certificate account
    • Your certificate account funds securing the loan are frozen while the debit is outstanding
    • Rate is equal to your current certificate accounts dividend rate plus 3.5% (ADR + 3.5%)
    • A loan may be secured by only one certificate, but you may have more than one loan if you have multiple certificates
    • IRA certificate accounts can’t be used to secure your loan

Compare Secured Lines of Credit & Personal Loans

Decide between ongoing access to funds or a one-time loan, both secured by your savings.

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Loan Feature Pledge of Savings Loan Savings Secured Line of Credit Pledge of Certificate Account Loan
Interest Rate
Fixed
Variable
Fixed
Credit/Application
Yes
Yes
Yes
Term
Terms up to 96 months6
N/A
Terms start at 30 days, not to exceed the maturity date of your certificate account7
Payment Type
Monthly principal and interest payments
Monthly principal and interest payments
Monthly principal and interest payments
Application
Apply online,  at any branch or via our Contact Center
Apply online,  at any branch or via our Contact Center
Apply online,  at any branch or via our Contact Center
All Funds Fully Disbursed at Funding
Yes
No
Yes
Funds Become Available After Payments are Made
No
Yes
No
Source of Overdraft Protection
No
No
No
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The service was excellent. Thank you for all the assistance and support.
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HVCU is the best bank I’ve ever dealt with in my life. I’ve been going there for years. I will always go there for my loans.
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Obtaining this loan was simple and quick. I received emails of the status, a phone call to accept, and an email to sign documents. I had my money readily available by the end of the day once completing documents.
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Important Legal Disclosures & Information

1The stated rate is discounted by .25% and includes a requirement that loan payments are automatically transferred from your savings, checking, or tiered money market account for the life of the loan. The monthly payment is not decreased as a result of this discounted rate. 
2APR=Annual Percentage Rate. Rates for this product are as low as 9.99% subject to applicant credit and total amount financed. Rates are accurate as of 4/24/25, and are subject to change without notice. As an example, a 5-year, 11.99% fixed rate signature loan for $15,000 would result in 60 monthly payments of $333.53. All HVCU loan programs, rates, terms and conditions are subject to change or termination at any time without notice.
3APR=Annual Percentage Rate. Rates for this product are as low as 9.99% subject to applicant credit and total amount financed. Rates are accurate as of 4/24/25, and are subject to change without notice. As an example, a 10.24% APR fixed rate loan would result in 12 monthly payments of $89.50 for each $1,000 financed. This offer is not guaranteed if you do not meet our credit criteria and if your account is not in good standing. HVCU personal loan refinances are not eligible for the offer. No exceptions will be made or considered. Finance charges will continue to accrue and will be included in the first regularly scheduled payment, which will begin 90 days following loan closing. HVCU expressly reserves the right to change or terminate this offer at its discretion at any time and without further notice provided to you. 
4APR=Annual Percentage Rate. Rates for this product are as low as 25.00% subject to applicant credit and total amount financed. Rates are accurate as of 4/24/25, and are subject to change without notice. As an example, a 6 month, 25% fixed rate Personal Assistance Loan for $1,000 would result in 6 monthly payments of $179.03 Your actual payment may be higher. All HVCU loan programs, rates, terms and conditions are subject to change or termination at any time without notice.
5An application fee of $20 is charged for every Personal Assistance Loan application, whether or not the loan is approved.
6APR=Annual Percentage Rate. Rates for this product are as low as 3.52% subject to applicant credit and total amount financed. Rates are accurate as of 4/24/25, and are subject to change without notice. As an example, a 96-month, 3.52% fixed rate Pledge of Savings Loan for $1,000.00 would result in 96 monthly payments of $11.99. Your actual payment may be higher. All HVCU loan programs, rates, terms and conditions are subject to change or termination at any time without notice.
7APR=Annual Percentage Rate. Rates for this product are as low as 3.70% subject to applicant credit and total amount financed. Rates are accurate as of 4/24/25, and are subject to change without notice. As an example, a 3-month, 3.70% fixed rate Pledge of Certificate Account Loan for $1,000.00 would result in 3 monthly payments of $335.88. Your actual payment may be higher. All HVCU loan programs, rates, terms and conditions are subject to change or termination at any time without notice.