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Personal Lending

Fast, Flexible Personal Loans for Life's Moments

 
Get local expertise, transparent terms, and personalized solutions—so life's plans stay on track.

Explore Your Loan Options

You want a quick turnaround on loan requests, competitive rates, and local service from a knowledgeable lender. Civista offers flexible personal loan solutions tailored to different needs, budgets, and lifestyles. Compare your options below and find the one that fits you best.

Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs)

Turn your home’s equity into opportunity—renovations, tuition, debt consolidation, or big purchases. Access funds as you need them with flexible terms.

  • Revolving line to use again and again for the first 10 years
  • Interest-only payments during the draw period*
  • Learn more about our Civista HELOCs

 

Vehicle Loans

Finance or refinance your next car, truck, or SUV with competitive rates and terms. Get the keys faster with Civista. 

  • New or used vehicle financing
  • Competitive rates and flexible repayment options to fit your budget
  • ¼% rate discount with automatic payment from a Civista personal checking

 

Deposit-Secured Loans

Leverage your Civista savings account or CD to secure financing. Great for building or repairing credit while keeping your money safe.

  • Installment Loan – Fixed monthly payments, up to 60 months
  • Single-Pay Loan – Lump-sum repayment, up to 12 months
  • Line of Credit – Revolving access, up to 36 months

Apply for a Deposit-Secured Term Loan



Other Loan Options

Whether you’re looking for flexibility without collateral or prefer lower rates by securing your loan with an asset, Civista has options to fit your needs.

  • Secured Loans – Use collateral such as a car, boat, motorcycle, or other vehicle for added security. Enjoy competitive fixed or flexible rates, lower costs with collateral, and no early repayment penalties.
  • Unsecured Loans – Borrow without collateral, based on your credit profile. Ideal for covering expenses like medical bills, home projects, or consolidating debt, with flexible repayment options.
Apply at your local branch.

























Why Choose Civista for Your Personal Loan?

Quick, Local Decisions

Skip delays—get fast approval from local lending experts who know your community. 

Built Around You

Whether you're funding a purchase, emergency, or treating yourself, choose from options structured to match your needs and credit profile. 

Simple, Digital Experience

Apply securely online, track status in real time, and manage your loan from the Civista Digital Banking portal.


Ready to Apply?

 
 
Need help before starting? Contact a lending specialist.


*Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) lowest rate is Prime (7.50% Annual Percentage Rate (APR) as of 8/1/2025). The lowest rate includes no closing costs for equity lines under $500,000.00 that remain open for at least 36 months. If you close your HELOC within 36 months of account opening, the bank origination fee waived at account opening ($350.00 as of 8/1/2025) may be assessed. Annual fee is $75.00 and is waived the first year. The APR may vary based on The Wall Street Journal “Prime Rate” (Prime) as published on the first day of the month. Minimum APR is 3.75%; maximum APR is 25.00% (OH) and 21% (IN). Rate and terms may change at any time and may vary by property type, loan amount, credit history, and loan-to-value ratio.

Draw period: 10 years (interest-only payments). Repayment period: 10 years (principal & interest payments). Property insurance required and flood insurance may be required. Consult your tax advisor regarding interest deductibility. Subject to credit and property approval.  

 

Subject to credit approval.