A cultural view of loan defaults in Sierra Leone
Behind every unpaid loan is a story shaped by social ties, informal safety nets, and shifting expectations around debt. Understanding these nuances is key to building a lending system that balances risk with empathy.
Common mistakes lenders make when choosing a business model
The secret weapon of any thriving lending business is a smart business model. Unfortunately, lenders make mistakes when choosing one.
Breaking down the 3 R’s of credit and why they still matter
The 3 R’s come in. Returns, Repayment capacity, and Risk-bearing ability shift the focus from merely assessing trustworthiness to examining the business as an investment opportunity.