Frequently asked questions on starting a lending business in Nigeria
Starting a lending business in Nigeria offers big opportunities, but many founders struggle with regulations, setup steps, and risk management. This FAQ-style guide answers the most common questions, from licensing and CAC registration to choosing a lending model and handling collections, so you can launch your lending business with confidence.
5 school loan alternatives to MPOWER for African immigrants
This article explores five of the strongest alternatives to MPOWER Financing, carefully selected for their relevance, accessibility, and the value they bring to African students who are immigrants.
4 ways in which Lendsqr wants to use AI for lenders
What if we could develop an AI tool for lenders to quickly sift through the information and make decisions easier and quicker?
What it takes to be a digital money lender
Becoming a digital money lender requires more than launching an app or offering quick loans online. It involves building the right mix of capital, regulatory compliance, credit assessment systems, repayment infrastructure, and customer trust. Successful digital lenders also need strong risk management, secure technology, and a clear understanding of borrower behavior in a fast-changing market. In an industry where speed matters but trust matters more, the foundations you build determine whether growth is sustainable.
How to utilize configurable loan forms for your lending business
Learn more about Lendsqr's configurable loan forms today!
Everything’s getting better this September
In the last month, we’ve worked tirelessly to bring you some really great features that we know will make your lending experience much better. Keep reading to know more about these juicy features.
How to design a customer centric lending product
A good product is one which fits and addresses specific needs of the market. It’s almost impossible to gain market share or domination without tailoring one’s offerings to the needs of customers.
Preparing your income statement as a lender- management accounting 101
Preparing an income statement as a lender goes beyond simple bookkeeping, it is a critical tool for understanding profitability, tracking performance, and making informed decisions. From interest income and fee revenue to loan losses and operating expenses, every line tells a story about how your lending business is performing. For lenders, especially those still building structure, getting this right is essential to managing risk, ensuring sustainability, and gaining clear visibility into where the business is truly making or losing money.
APIs for lenders to reduce NPL
Integrations via API to other ancillary platforms are key to ensuring your loans are paid back. They allow you to leverage on the tech, data and functionalities of the best providers to improve the quality of your loan flow.
How to report unethical lenders
There are good and responsible lenders who recover loans ethically, but bad ones exist, too. If you find yourself a victim of predatory and unlawful lending practices, you can seek redress
Hurdles to scale to become a lender
Becoming a lender is full of promise, but the road to scale is anything but simple. From compliance demands to data limitations, operational gaps, and the constant pressure to maintain healthy portfolios, new lenders face challenges that can quickly stall growth. Understanding these hurdles is the first step to building a lending business that is sustainable, competitive, and built to last.
