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Above Lending

Simple, transparent lending and debt management

Overview

Above Lending provides personal lending and debt management services to help individuals simplify their finances. Its lending products are designed to be simple and transparent, with competitive rates and personalized support from loan specialists to help borrowers get credit that is easier to manage. The company’s process centers on clear terms and guidance to improve financial well-being, rather than just offering loans. It distinguishes itself by focusing on debt management and borrower education alongside lending, aiming to make credit more affordable and accessible for people looking to take control of their finances. The primary goal is to help borrowers achieve financial stability and reach their personal financial goals.

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About Above Lending

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Why Above Lending is rated
C-
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

Industries

FintechFinancial Services

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$200M

Headquarters

Chicago, IL

Founded

2019

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What believers are saying

  • Above Lending's website updated November 9, 2026, showing live origination and servicing operations.
  • BBB complaint responses dated September 2026 show active customer support and account management.
  • The 2023 $200 million warehouse facility expanded capital for loan-book growth.

What critics are saying

  • BBB logged 29 complaints in three years, signaling persistent servicing friction.
  • APRs reaching 35.99% and 6% origination fees invite regulator and borrower backlash.
  • A warehouse-facility renewal miss in 2027 would stop originations and cripple Above Lending.

What makes Above Lending unique

  • Above Lending markets unsecured consumer installment loans with partner underwriting and credit reporting.
  • The firm pairs online offer lookup with loan specialists for guided debt refinancing.
  • State licenses and a Chicago headquarters support regulated multistate consumer lending.

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Funding

Total Funding

$200M

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Funded Over

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Professional Development Budget

Growth & Insights and Company News

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Benzinga
Oct 30th, 2023
Above Lending Closes $200 Million Warehouse Facility Led By Atlas Sp Partners

Loading. Loading. Loading...NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Above Lending, a leading national provider of consumer installment loans, today announced the closing of a $200-million warehouse facility (the "Financing") led by ATLAS SP Partners ("ATLAS SP"), which is acting as Administrative Agent.Above Lending focuses on originating consumer loans for individuals looking to repay existing credit card and other household debt and rebuild their credit profile. The Financing will be used to fund growth in Above Lending's loan book."Above's loan product is an effective solution for consumers looking to pay off existing credit card and other household debt and rebuild their credit profile," said Above Lending CFO Hadi Husain. "The capital we have raised from ATLAS SP will be instrumental in helping us reach more consumers and work to put them on a path to a better financial future.""We are proud to provide additional capital to Above Lending to support the continued growth of their consumer lending platform," said ATLAS SP Director Andrew Koepke

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