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We built Kolo to help you tame your bank accounts

The average Nigerian today has about three bank accounts, and most often than not, being able to see all bank balances across means juggling through bank apps, SMS alerts, email notifications. And when things go really bad, you start digging through pages of bank statements. Yet, even with these, it’s difficult to find everything. It’s […]

March 15, 2024

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How we dumped SendGrid, built Mailer and solved our email delivery troubles

When we started Lendsqr, like every right thinking startup, we relied on SendGrid, which is well-regarded as one of the top email systems globally. While it served us well, as we grew, we found it didn't fully meet all our needs and those of our lenders anymore. After weighing the pros and cons, we knew it was time to find an alternative. So, we began building what the world would soon know as Mailer.

February 26, 2024

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Legal compliance pitfalls lenders must avoid in Nigeria

Gone are the days of loan-sharking tactics in Nigeria's modern, regulated lending ecosystem. Lenders who hope to make a lasting impact and withstand the hurdles in this space must be prepared to toe the line of honest, legal and ethical lending. Else, they risk being booted out of the ecosystem. Stay out of trouble with these 10 legal compliance areas.

February 23, 2024

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How to use Mono with Lendsqr for credit scoring

One of these leading providers, Mono, is a technology company founded in 2020 by CEO Abdulhamid Hassan. They are on a mission to power the digital economy in Africa, using open banking as a layer for financial data, identity data, and bank transfer payments for businesses.

July 22, 2024

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3 alternative data to credit report for enhancing underwriting quality

Smart lenders must incorporate alternative data sources to improve underwriting and make more informed lending decisions.

July 15, 2024

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How to use myBankStatement with Lendsqr for credit scoring

The goal is to understand an individual's cash flow and overall financial capacity. Bank statements ideally offer the most granular data for this assessment.

April 15, 2024

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