About Us

About United Finance

United Finance is a locally owned traditional installment lender founded in 1922, and operating 25 branches in Oregon, Nevada, Washington and Idaho. We offer consumer loans for autos, debt consolidation and many other borrowing needs. United Finance also purchases retail installment contracts from auto, motorcycle, and boat dealers, appliance stores, and other sources.

Who Is United Finance?

United Finance is a consumer finance company specializing in fast, affordable personal loans. We are headquartered in Portland, Oregon and provide personal, local service at each of our 25 branch locations throughout Oregon, Washington, Nevada and Idaho.

Since 1922

United Finance traces its origin to an automobile financing business founded in 1922 by Ralph C. Parker. In 1944, Ralph C. Parker joined a partnership, United Finance Co., which was the company’s immediate predecessor. United Finance Co. was incorporated March 22, 1954 and Richard H. Parker became president in 1956. Richard H. Parker, Jr. serves as Chairman of the Board with Richard H. Parker, III serving as President and CEO.

Fast, affordable loans

United Finance makes consumer loans directly to individuals for major purchases or just life’s expenses. We have an easy process and fast, affordable loans. Apply onlineover the phone or just come into our office.

Serving local auto dealers

We also provide financing of cars by purchasing retail installment contracts from local auto dealers.

In your community

We pride ourselves on being part of the local community and serving customers in person.

United Finance News

Team United Finance Completes 2024 Hood To Coast Relay

A team of United Finance employees and friends completed the 2024 Hood to Coast Relay Saturday….

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United Finance Makes Investment in Financial Literacy

The United Foundation renewed its support of the AFSA Education Foundation this May with a donation of…

2024 Manager’s College Graduates Four

United Finance held its annual New Manager’s College March 13th and 14th at the company’s home…