5 issues that lenders have with Nigerian credit bureaus
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5 issues that lenders have with Nigerian credit bureaus

Before Nigerian credit bureaus were created, banks operated as lone wolves, reluctant to share credit information with third parties. They also didn’t have ways of knowing if a borrower had unpaid loans with other banks/financial institutions. As such, borrowers could easily secure multiple loans and cart away funds from different institutions without the lenders knowing. […]

What collateral options exist for SME loans?
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What collateral options exist for SME loans?

This article breaks down the collateral options that actually exist for SME loans in African markets today, focusing on what lenders accept in practice, how these options behave during default, and what trade offs come with each approach.

Who regulates lending in the Philippines
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Who regulates lending in the Philippines

Understanding who regulates lending in the Philippines helps to know who sets the rules in a system that affects households, entrepreneurs, and communities every day.