Should I lend to this customer? A guide to risk assessment
Every lending decision begins with a critical question: should you lend to this customer? The answer requires more than intuition, it depends on evaluating income, repayment capacity, credit history, existing obligations, and overall risk signals. Effective risk assessment helps lenders separate opportunity from avoidable loss, making it possible to grow responsibly while protecting the loan portfolio. With the right framework, lenders can make faster, smarter, and more consistent credit decisions.
What you need to know to start lending in Ghana
Your timing couldn’t be better. Ghana’s economy grew by 6.9% year on year in the second quarter of 2024.
7 loan apps in Malawi with low interest
This article breaks down the factors that determine loan affordability. It explains how to read conditions beyond the headline rate, spot when fees outweigh benefits, and weigh repayment schedules against cash flow or salary cycles.