BloomCredit
Venture Round in 2025
BloomCredit is a fintech platform focused on enhancing the financial eligibility of individuals who have been declined for lending products. Founded in 2016 and based in New York, the company employs a data-driven approach to provide actionable insights and guidance. By collaborating directly with lenders, BloomCredit conducts consumer credit analysis and ongoing credit monitoring, notifying lenders when applicants meet eligibility criteria. This process not only helps consumers improve their financial health but also increases their chances of securing loans. Additionally, BloomCredit offers advanced developer-friendly API solutions that promote and monitor credit health, fostering trust between consumers and financial institutions.
Arro is a Los Angeles-based fintech company specializing in credit accessibility. It offers a platform featuring a credit card and mobile app, designed to help users build credit history, improve scores, track spending, set financial goals, and learn about personal finance through behavioral science and education.
AutoFi, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that operates an online auto finance platform aimed at simplifying the vehicle purchasing and financing process for consumers. Founded in 2015, AutoFi provides an e-commerce software solution that enables first-time car buyers to complete the entire car buying experience online. The platform seamlessly connects customers of auto dealerships to a network of lenders, allowing for an automated application and approval process. Users can select financing and leasing terms, estimate trade-in values, choose rebates, and schedule appointments, all within a mobile-first environment. By delivering instant, customized financing decisions, AutoFi enhances the vehicle buying experience, making it efficient and hassle-free for consumers.
AutoFi, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that operates an online auto finance platform aimed at simplifying the vehicle purchasing and financing process for consumers. Founded in 2015, AutoFi provides an e-commerce software solution that enables first-time car buyers to complete the entire car buying experience online. The platform seamlessly connects customers of auto dealerships to a network of lenders, allowing for an automated application and approval process. Users can select financing and leasing terms, estimate trade-in values, choose rebates, and schedule appointments, all within a mobile-first environment. By delivering instant, customized financing decisions, AutoFi enhances the vehicle buying experience, making it efficient and hassle-free for consumers.
Zebit, Inc. is an e-commerce company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2001. It focuses on providing credit-challenged consumers in the United States with access to a wide range of products through its website, Zebit.com. The company differentiates itself by offering a proprietary financing solution that allows customers to purchase items and pay for them in installments over six months. By leveraging consumer income data and advanced risk analytics, Zebit enables users to shop for name-brand products in a closed marketplace, thereby merging the advantages of online shopping with flexible payment options. Its revenue is generated from a diverse array of products, including electronics and e-certificates, aimed at improving financial accessibility for working Americans.
AutoFi
Venture Round in 2016
AutoFi, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that operates an online auto finance platform aimed at simplifying the vehicle purchasing and financing process for consumers. Founded in 2015, AutoFi provides an e-commerce software solution that enables first-time car buyers to complete the entire car buying experience online. The platform seamlessly connects customers of auto dealerships to a network of lenders, allowing for an automated application and approval process. Users can select financing and leasing terms, estimate trade-in values, choose rebates, and schedule appointments, all within a mobile-first environment. By delivering instant, customized financing decisions, AutoFi enhances the vehicle buying experience, making it efficient and hassle-free for consumers.
AutoFi, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that operates an online auto finance platform aimed at simplifying the vehicle purchasing and financing process for consumers. Founded in 2015, AutoFi provides an e-commerce software solution that enables first-time car buyers to complete the entire car buying experience online. The platform seamlessly connects customers of auto dealerships to a network of lenders, allowing for an automated application and approval process. Users can select financing and leasing terms, estimate trade-in values, choose rebates, and schedule appointments, all within a mobile-first environment. By delivering instant, customized financing decisions, AutoFi enhances the vehicle buying experience, making it efficient and hassle-free for consumers.
Zebit, Inc. is an e-commerce company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2001. It focuses on providing credit-challenged consumers in the United States with access to a wide range of products through its website, Zebit.com. The company differentiates itself by offering a proprietary financing solution that allows customers to purchase items and pay for them in installments over six months. By leveraging consumer income data and advanced risk analytics, Zebit enables users to shop for name-brand products in a closed marketplace, thereby merging the advantages of online shopping with flexible payment options. Its revenue is generated from a diverse array of products, including electronics and e-certificates, aimed at improving financial accessibility for working Americans.
Zebit UK LTD, owned by Global Analytics Holdings, was closed down in 2014, and was absorbed by Lending Stream, another GAH company.
----
Zebit is a short-term lender that offers loans with flexible repayment options. You can take out a loan of up to £800 for a month to 7 months; Zebit lets you choose your repayment on a weekly or monthly basis.
Zebit runs an affordability analysis on all applications to evaluate whether you would be able to repay the loan in a sustainable manner.
Upon approval, Zebit will send the money to your bank account within 4 minutes* with no transfer or application fees (the time that it takes for cash to appear in your account will depend on your bank’s policies and procedures). Zebit accepts applications 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, even on bank holidays.
Advantages
1. Upon approval, fund transfer initiated within 4 minutes* (the time that it takes for cash to appear in your account will depend on your bank’s policies and procedures).
2. Choose your repayment term – over 1 month up to 7 months.
3. Apply to borrow any amount, from £50 to £800.
Disadvantages
Lending of this type is an expensive form of credit that may be appropriate for short-term financial needs, but may not be appropriate for long-term borrowing - or if you are in financial difficulty.
Terms and Conditions
You need to be 18 years of age, or older, be in regular employment with a minimum monthly income of at least £400, and have a valid debit card and a working bank account. You should also be a UK resident. We currently do not lend to individuals who are self-employed.
Costs, Rates & Fees
Representative APR:1561.7%
Representative Example:Annual Interest Rate: 314.7% (fixed).Total Amount of Credit: £100;Duration of Agreement:1 month; Total Cost of Credit: £25; Total Repayable: £ 125 on a loan of £100 for 1 month
Extension:Not permitted
**Please refer website to understand the fee structure and other details before you apply for a loan
*Subject to loan approval, you will receive cash through Express Cash transfer option for free if supported by your bank. Zebit can initiate the transfer of funds into your account within 4 minutes after final approval of your loan subject to an assessment of affordability and creditworthiness.. The time that it takes for cash to appear in your account will depend on your bank’s policies and procedures