Borrowing for a big purchase

You can use credit to open doors to new possibilities. Let’s break down some of the basics so you can borrow confidently and with peace of mind.

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Tools to help you plan for the big stuff

Mortgage payment calculator

How much will you pay every month after getting settled into your new home? 

College savings calculator

Are lectures, late nights, and lattes in your future? Get an idea of how much you’ll need.

Explore your borrowing options

Need some credit history? The Truist Enjoy Cash Secured card may help—and you can earn cash back rewards. (Refundable security deposit required.)

Build your credit history

Transfer higher interest, non-Truist balances with the Truist Future card—the lowest APR card of all Truist credit cards.

See if you could save

Borrow from $3,500 to $50,000Disclosure 1 with an unsecured personal loan. Take advantage of low fixed rates and no origination fees.

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