Everything You Need to Know About South Carolina Title Loans
How Title Loans Work
How does an auto title loan work with 1st Capital Title Loans? +
An auto title loan allows you to borrow cash against the equity of your vehicle. You provide a lien-free title in your name as collateral while retaining full possession and daily use of your car, truck, or commercial vehicle. Once your balance is paid in full, our lien is released.
Can I continue driving my vehicle while paying off the loan? +
Yes, you keep your keys and drive your vehicle without interruption throughout the entire life of your loan. We hold only the vehicle title certificate as collateral.
What vehicle types qualify for title loans in South Carolina? +
We accept personal cars, pickup trucks, motorcycles, commercial semi trucks, RVs, motorhomes, campers, travel trailers, enclosed cargo trailers, and personal watercraft or boats.
Qualifications & Requirements
Do you check credit scores to approve a title loan? +
No, we do not perform credit checks. Approval is based on the appraised equity of your vehicle and proof of clear title ownership in your name, making past credit challenges or bankruptcies non-factors.
What items must I bring to the branch office to qualify? +
You must bring your vehicle for a brief physical inspection, your clear and lien-free vehicle title in your name, a valid government-issued photo ID, and proof of income or residency as requested by our loan specialists.
Can I get a title loan if there is an existing lien on my car? +
To qualify for a vehicle equity loan, your title must generally be free and clear of outstanding liens. If you are close to paying off your vehicle, contact our branch team to evaluate your current equity standing.
Rates, Fees & Repayment
What interest rates apply to 1st Capital Title Loans products? +
As a licensed Supervised Lender under South Carolina law, our interest rates are 25% per month (300% annually) for personal cars, trucks, motorcycles, cargo trailers, and boats, and 20% per month (240% annually) for commercial semi trucks, RVs, motorhomes, campers, and travel trailers.
What additional fees are charged on the loan? +
South Carolina law requires a statutory $15 DMV title lien filing fee if we do not already hold an active lien on the vehicle. This fee is included in the loan principal and paid directly to the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Locations & How to Apply
How quickly will I receive my loan cash after visiting a branch? +
Our in-person assessment and paperwork process can be completed in minimum hours on the same day. Once approved, cash is disbursed directly at your local branch during your visit.
Where are 1st Capital Title Loans offices located in South Carolina? +
We operate four physical offices in South Carolina: Loris (3120 US-701 Hwy), Fort Mill (3420 US-21), Clover (208 Gateway Farm Rd), and Anderson (1705 N Main St, serving drivers across the Upstate to the Georgia line).
Do I have to complete an online form before visiting an office? +
No, you do not need to fill out an online form. You can call your nearest branch directly or walk straight into any of our four South Carolina offices with your vehicle and clear title to get started.