Guaranteed Rate Mortgage vs. LightStream Personal Loan

Side-by-side comparison ยท Updated 2026 ยท Independently reviewed

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Guaranteed Rate Mortgage
Guaranteed Rate
4.3

Digital-first lender known for a transparent rate-lock guarantee and broad loan program coverage.

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LightStream Personal Loan
LightStream
4.5

APR 7.99โ€“25.99%. Up to $100K. Same-day funding.

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WealthSpott Verdict

Guaranteed Rate Mortgage wins on more measurable categories โ€” particularly on rate and cost. LightStream Personal Loan may still be the right fit depending on your loan amount and term needs.

Feature
Guaranteed Rate Mortgage
LightStream Personal Loan
APR Range
6.20% โ€“ 8.10% Best
7.99% โ€“ 25.99%
Loan Amount
$100,000 โ€“ $4,000,000 Best
$5,000 โ€“ $100,000
Term Length
120โ€“360 months
24โ€“84 months
Origination Fee
Varies; typically 0.5%โ€“1.5%
None
Min Credit Score
620+ Best
660+
Funding Speed
21โ€“30 days
Same day
Guaranteed Rate Mortgage
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LightStream Personal Loan
Pros
  • Low APR for qualified borrowers
  • Low APR for qualified borrowers
  • Same-day funding
  • Same-day funding
  • No fees
  • No fees
Cons
  • Higher credit required
  • Higher credit required
  • No prequalification
  • No prequalification
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