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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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Nigeria’s problems will be solved by access to credit
Credit Laws

Nigeria’s problems will be solved by access to credit

Access to credit has historically been difficult in Nigeria. This is because, for years, big banks were the sole providers of financial services and those banks didn’t care too much for retail banking.

What are payday loans and how to make the best of them?
Borrower information

What are payday loans and how to make the best of them?

Payday loans are not perfect, but let’s talk about how payday loans work and how to use them wisely.

Word on the street: Loans are bad! Maybe not
Lending

Word on the street: Loans are bad! Maybe not

why do loans have such a bad rep in Nigeria? Why do people liken loans to entrapment? Let’s dive in and find out why.

Why Nigerians don’t pay their loans
Lending

Why Nigerians don’t pay their loans

The frustration that comes from not being able to recover money because Nigerians don’t pay back their loans isn’t debatable. But, why don’t Nigerians pay back their loans?

How Blocka Cash got its lending groove
Lender case study

How Blocka Cash got its lending groove

Blocka Cash is one of the fastest growing and the easiest digital lenders in Nigeria with a clear ambition to become the lender of choice in a market where over N74 trillion of credit gap is a perennial problem.

Attracting your ideal clientele as a lender
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Attracting your ideal clientele as a lender

Attracting the right clients is essential for any lending business. Serving borrowers who match your risk profile and business goals not only improves repayment rates but also strengthens long-term growth. By clearly defining your ideal clientele and tailoring your marketing, communication, and service strategies to their needs, lenders can build trust, increase engagement, and minimize defaults. This article explores practical ways to identify, reach, and attract the borrowers who are the best fit for your lending business.

Lending as a side hustle: What I need to know
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Lending as a side hustle: What I need to know

So, you want to branch out and earn some extra cash on the side. Becoming a small-scale lender might not have been the first idea on your list. Whatever your story is, the important thing is that you’re here to learn about lending as a side hustle

Why you need technology to scale your lending business
Lending

Why you need technology to scale your lending business

Scaling a lending business is not just about issuing more loans; it requires systems that can handle growth without increasing risk or operational strain. As loan volumes grow, manual processes become slower, errors increase, and decision-making becomes harder to manage. Technology helps lenders streamline operations, automate key processes, and maintain consistency while expanding their reach. Without the right tools in place, scaling sustainably becomes a significant challenge.

5 tips that can help you become a more efficient lender
Lending

5 tips that can help you become a more efficient lender

This article provides you with five essential tips to help you run a successful lending business and become a more efficient lender.

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.

A guide to promoting your lending business using digital channels
Growth marketing

A guide to promoting your lending business using digital channels

Promoting a lending business today requires more than word-of-mouth or traditional advertising. With more borrowers searching for financial services online, digital channels such as social media, search engines, and email have become essential for reaching the right audience. When used effectively, these platforms help lenders build trust, increase visibility, and connect with potential borrowers at scale. This guide explores practical ways lenders can use digital channels to grow their reach and attract more customers.

Invest in a lending business: Why and how to make profit from it
Lending

Invest in a lending business: Why and how to make profit from it

If you are interested in making extra cash by borrowing out some of your excess funds to individuals, then you consider investing in a lending business