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Director of Strategic Partnerships

I was chatting with a customer recently about shifting from debt settlement to lending services. Here's the advice I shared with them: 1. Take it step by step: There's no need to dive headfirst into lending. Think about starting as a lead generation company, screening applicants for other lenders. 2. No lending license needed: For lead generation, you don't have to worry about getting a lending license, which makes the transition easier. 3. Gentle credit checks: As you grow, look into using soft credit pulls. These let you screen applicants without hurting their credit scores. 4. Stay on top of rules: Make sure your company, website, and practices meet credit bureau requirements. This will help you work more smoothly with resellers. 5. Think ahead: Keep future needs in mind, like bankruptcy filings, which might require specific types of credit reports. 6. Options for consumers: In the meantime, look into credit monitoring tools that consumers can initiate themselves. You can brand these with your company name. Keep in mind, changing your business model doesn't happen overnight. Start planning early, get familiar with the rules and regulations, and team up with partners who can support you as you grow.

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