Avant

Avant

Online personal loans and credit cards

About

Avant provides online lending services, focusing on personal loans and credit cards. Customers can apply for personal loans ranging from $2,000 to $35,000 and credit cards with limits between $300 and $1,000. The application process is entirely online, allowing for quick approvals and a transparent experience. Avant generates revenue through interest rates on loans, which vary from 9.95% to 35.99% APR, and fees from credit card products. What sets Avant apart from competitors is its user-friendly application process, fast approval times, and strong customer support. The company's goal is to make borrowing more accessible and affordable, while also offering financial education to help customers improve their credit and financial well-being.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Employees

501-1,000

Industries

Fintech, Financial Services

Total Funding

$757.8M

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2012


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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Avant's partnership with MLS enhances brand visibility and expands its customer base.
  • The rise of digital-only banking aligns with Avant's online lending platform strategy.
  • Alternative credit scoring models allow Avant to reach customers with limited credit history.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from AI-driven platforms could threaten Avant's market share.
  • The MLS Forward Credit Card may not resonate with consumers, impacting Avant's performance.
  • Avant's acquisition of ReadyForZero may not yield expected synergies, causing financial strain.

What makes Avant unique

  • Avant offers a seamless online application process for personal loans and credit cards.
  • The company provides fast approval times, enhancing customer satisfaction and convenience.
  • Avant's financial education blog helps customers build credit and secure their financial future.

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Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-6%

2 year growth

-5%

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