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How to get an FCA consumer credit license in the UK

Obtaining an FCA consumer credit license is a key step for businesses that want to offer loans, credit cards, BNPL, or other consumer credit products in the UK. This guide explains who needs FCA authorization, the application process, eligibility requirements, expected costs, and practical tips to help lenders navigate the licensing process successfully.

June 15, 2026

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We’re giving our lending tech away for free to non-profit and DFIs

If you’re a non-profit or development finance institution (DFI), it should be easier to run a lending program if you're already doing the hard part of reaching people most others won’t.

June 26, 2025

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Why Lendsqr is Africa’s most affordable loan management software

The end-to-end loan management software that’s rewriting the rules for lenders globally by offering enterprise-grade features without the enterprise-grade costs.

September 30, 2024

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Where to get loans in Kenya without collateral
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Where to get loans in Kenya without collateral

This article explains how Kenya’s unsecured lending system works, what qualifies you for these loans, and how to choose lenders who value your stability, because getting a loan without collateral should make life easier and not more complicated.

10 common reasons lenders go cold after demos
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10 common reasons lenders go cold after demos

Buyers often research for weeks or months before they reach out, and when they do sit through a demo they expect to get value and confidence fast.

How to tell if you’re ready for enterprise-grade lending software
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How to tell if you’re ready for enterprise-grade lending software

So how do you know when it's time to make the leap? Let's look at the concrete signs that indicate your business is ready for enterprise-grade lending software.

Why many finance execs turn to entrepreneurship after retirement
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Why many finance execs turn to entrepreneurship after retirement

Retirement looks different these days. For people in their late 50s and 60s, stepping away from a corporate role doesn't automatically mean leisure and grandkids.

20 common implementation questions asked during demo
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20 common implementation questions asked during demo

At Lendsqr, these are the most common questions that come up during implementation discussions and how we respond.

What is a decisioning engine?
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What is a decisioning engine?

Discover what a decisioning engine is, how it works in lending, and why it’s transforming credit decision-making. Learn how AI-driven automation improves accuracy and speed in loan approvals.

Lendsqr introduces line of credit feature to give Zambians flexible access to funds
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Lendsqr introduces line of credit feature to give Zambians flexible access to funds

Lendsqr introduces Line of Credit in Zambia, providing flexible access to funds. Borrowers can now draw credit as needed and only pay for what they use.

Who regulates lending in Zambia
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Who regulates lending in Zambia

The answer to who regulates lending in Zambia depends entirely on what kind of lending you're doing. Zambia operates under a tiered regulatory system that separates financial institutions by their activities, capital requirements, and the level of risk they pose to the financial system. 

Why you need to upgrade from in-house lending software
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Why you need to upgrade from in-house lending software

Learn why upgrading from in-house lending software is essential for growth. Discover how modern cloud-based lending platforms deliver a smarter borrower experience.

Make Better Informed Decisions

Our decision model Oraculi helps you handle all modules required to form the decision model for your lending business, convenient and easy.

Lendsqr introduces line of credit feature to give Tanzanians flexible access to credit
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Lendsqr introduces line of credit feature to give Tanzanians flexible access to credit

Tanzanian borrowers now have more flexibility! Lendsqr’s new Line of Credit feature allows users to access a continuous pool of funds. Draw what you need, repay, and reuse.

10 questions you forgot to ask during your demo
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10 questions you forgot to ask during your demo

Here are ten questions you probably forgot to ask during your demo with Lendsqr (but really should).