The Lendian Chronicles

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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Struggling to get the capital you need to run your loan business?
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Struggling to get the capital you need to run your loan business?

Struggling to get the capital you need to run or grow your loan business? The Onlending initiative provides lenders with affordable capital to start, expand, and boost their lending operations without worrying about where to raise funds.

Half of the year is gone but the other half is going to be awesome
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Half of the year is gone but the other half is going to be awesome

We’ve officially reached the halfway point of 2024. In the past six months, we’ve introduced new features and improvements to help you manage your loan business better, and we’re grateful for your continued trust and support. Here’s a look at what we’ve achieved so far and what’s ahead for the rest of the year.

Your admin console is now an Android app and on the Google Play Store
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Your admin console is now an Android app and on the Google Play Store

The Lendsqr admin console is now available as an Android app on the Google Play Store. Manage your lending operations, access key features, and stay on top of your loan business wherever you are, directly from your mobile device.

You can now assign account managers to your customers

You can now assign account managers to your customers

We’ve made customer management more streamlined for you and your team. We’ve added an ‘Account Manager’ role to the admin console. Now, you can invite a team member, assign them as an account manager, and link them to a customer. T

Kolo, your key to financial management

Kolo, your key to financial management

Fresh out of Lendsqr Labs, we're excited to present Kolo—an all-in-one for managing your bank balances and transactions.

You can now recover your Lendsqr account

You can now recover your Lendsqr account

We have introduced a seamless process for account recovery, even if you've lost access to your two-factor authentication (2FA) devices.  Now, when activating 2FA, you'll generate recovery codes to ensure access in case of emergencies.

You can now activate your direct debit mandates in 1 minute

You can now activate your direct debit mandates in 1 minute

Our direct debit system is now equipped with E-Mandate, an addition that puts control directly in the hands of your customers. Gone are the days when you and your customers have to chase bank officers around to approve mandates.

We will use AI to transform lending in Nigeria and Africa

We will use AI to transform lending in Nigeria and Africa

So, find a comfortable spot, maybe with a warm bowl of your favorite soup, and let's explore the January edition of the Lendsqr newsletter together!

What repayment methods are available for lenders to get paid?
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What repayment methods are available for lenders to get paid?

Ensuring that loans get repaid can be a real headache for lenders, and the stakes are high. Whether you’re looking for the steady reliability or quick turnarounds, each method provides a different way to manage and secure loan repayments.

What factors affect loan interest rates?
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What factors affect loan interest rates?

But here's the thing: interest rates aren't plucked out of thin air. Many factors shape them. Things you and I might not think about when we're in the heat of the moment.

Credit bureaus not enough? Try these alternatives
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Credit bureaus not enough? Try these alternatives

Credit bureaus are supposed to be the backbone of the lending process, yet they often fall short. Let’s explore three other alternatives

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.