What Is a Credit Builder App

  • A credit builder app helps you build a credit history — even if you’ve never had a loan or card.
  • You “borrow” a small amount held in a savings account — then repay it monthly.
  • Each payment is reported to credit bureaus — boosting your credit score over time.
  • Great for first-timers, gig workers, or anyone rejected by regular banks.

👉 A credit builder app turns small steps into long-term financial trust.

What Is a Microloan and Who Uses It

  • Microloan is a small loan, often between $10–$200, for business, emergencies, or personal needs.
  • Offered by microfinance institutions, credit unions, or mobile lenders — not always banks.
  • Repayment is usually short-term — weekly or monthly — so budget carefully.
  • Designed for people with no credit history, especially in rural or informal jobs.

👉 A microloan is not free money — it’s small, fast credit with big responsibility.

What Is a Credit Card and How to Use It Wisely

  • A credit card lets you borrow money from a bank to pay for things, up to a limit.
  • If you pay the full amount every month, you may avoid interest.
  • If you only pay a little, interest adds up fast — and it’s expensive.
  • Best used for emergencies or planned purchases — not for “vibes and impulse.”
  • Read terms and conditions precisely, the devil is in the details.

👉 A credit card is a useful tool — or a dangerous trap, if you don’t use it right.

How to Calculate Interest on Monthly Loans (Annuity)

  • Most loans use monthly payments — not simple interest.
  • Use this formula: Monthly Payment = P × [r(1 + r)^n] / [(1 + r)^n – 1]
      P = loan amount,
      r = monthly interest rate (annual rate ÷ 12 ÷ 100),
      n = number of months.
  • Example: Borrow ₦100,000 for 12 months at 24% → r = 0.02
  • Monthly Payment ≈ ₦9,392 → Total repayment = ₦112,704 → Interest ≈ ₦12,704
  • Simple interest would say ₦12,000 — but annuity adds more.

👉 Don’t guess your repayment — use the right formula.