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iGrin is Australia's first peer to peer lending marketplace.

What is P2P lending?

This is when people borrow and lend from each other – without having a bank in the way. This has been going on for centuries but with the use of the internet it has made it easier for parties to come together. P2P lending has been a growing phenomenon overseas with the success of such sites as Prosper in the USA and Zopa in the UK. It also goes by other names such as Social Lending, microfinance, Person to Person lending and Peer to Peer lending – whatever its name it is a great way to get a fair return on your money!

As a Funder you get:
  • To develop a portfolio of loan funds yourself - start with as little as $100.
  • Decide the returns and risk you take - pick and choose between borrowers.
  • To complement your other investments with access to a new asset class.
  • An ongoing monthly cashflow as loans are repaid.
  • Socially rewarding - a chance to help real people.
As a Borrower you get:
  • To control the amount of money and the interest rate you want.
  • To list a loan request for free.
  • A one-off loan establishment fee with no additional fees and charges.
  • To avoid dealing with the banks.
  • Personal Loans available to everyone including retirees, small businesses, contractors and sole traders.
Who can provide funds?

Any adult Australian resident can provide money to others on iGrin. You will need to pass iGrin‘s identity and fraud checks and have your bank account details verified.

Who can borrow?

Any Australian resident who is over the age of 18 can become a borrower on iGrin. You need to have a bank account in your name and provide an Australian Drivers license number. Once you have passed our identity verification checks you seek loans at your own rates. Personal Loans can be from as little as $2000 to as much as $10000.


About iGin: https://www.igrin.com.au/

 

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