Service Loans

Small loans · 1305 SW Loop 410 Ste 231, Far West Side

★ 4.9 · 283 ratingsHours listed

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Should you go here?

Well reviewed. Ask for the total cost before you sign.

Borrowers leave fewer bad reviews here than at 71% of San Antonio stores. Ask for the total you will repay, in writing.

Good sign

What borrowers say4.9★

283 ratings. Known for explaining the terms clearly.

What borrowers say ↓

Good sign

Bad reviews1%

of its written reviews are 1–2★, a lower share than at 71% of San Antonio stores.

How it compares ↓

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Loan stores in Texas need an OCCC licence for each location. Check this one before you sign.

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A cheaper routeAsk a credit union about a small-dollar loan first →0.1 mi away · installment loansWorld Finance — ★ 5.0, few bad reviews →

From ratings and written reviews of this store. Checked September 2026. We don’t lend and no store pays us.

How it compares

Against every loan store in San Antonio.

Rating

4.9Higher than 52% of San Antonio loan stores. City average is 4.6.

Lowest rated in San AntonioHighest

Bad reviews (1–2★), share of written reviews

This store1%

Average San Antonio small loan store14%

Bad reviews by year · 0% in 2026

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What borrowers say

Ask for Melinda or Marissa
Known for explaining the terms clearly

Counted in 189 written reviews. Bars: mentions per 100.

What borrowers appreciate

Fast service15 reviews · 7.9 per 100
Explains the terms clearly7 reviews · 3.7 per 100
Treats you with respect3 reviews · 1.6 per 100

What it costs

Ask for the total

Ask for the total you will repay, in dollars, and the due date — in writing — before you sign.

Before you go

What to take, and what to ask before you sign.

Bring these

Proof of incomeProof of address

At the store

Walk in, no appointment · Wheelchair access · Apply online first

What to bring is from their website.

Ask these at the counter

1
What is the total I’ll repay, in dollars, and when?
Borrowers here mention: known for explaining the terms clearly.
2
What happens if I can’t pay on the due date?
Ask what a renewal costs and whether they call your employer or references.
3
Can I pay it off early, and is there a fee?
Texas law says your contract must allow early payoff with no penalty. Ask them to confirm.

The rules in Texas →

Check the licence: OCCC licence search or call 800-538-1579.

A cheaper route

Before you borrow here, ask a credit union about a small-dollar loan.

A Payday Alternative Loan (PAL) from a federal credit union is $200–$2,000, repaid over 1–12 months, capped at 28% a year plus a $20 fee at most. You usually join the credit union first, which can take a day.

Nearby alternatives

The closest real storefronts — at least two take a different route. Numbers match the map.

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In borrowers’ own words

“Fast and easy process and they make things so easy”
“I really recommend this place if you are in need of a loan the people are so friendly and they explain everything to you I highly recommend them.”
“Great service, always nice, reliable and respectful”

Short lines from 4–5★ written reviews of this store. Complaints are counted above, never quoted.

About this lender

Small loans.

Part of a chain: Service Loans has 3 locations across the Texas cities we cover — Austin (1), Dallas (1), San Antonio (1).

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