When Banks Ask You to Stake Your Home: The Personal Guarantee Dilemma
The Signature That Changed Everything I still remember one of my client he had applied for CC limit of Rs 200 Lakhs to fulfill some big orders which he got…
Why Financial Literacy Is the New Self-Care?
Because nothing feels lighter than a financially peaceful mind. The Hidden Truth About Peace and Money When people talk about self-care, they often mean spa days, journaling, or taking a…
Beyond Tax: How GST Data Can Transform the Future of MSMEs?
When GST first arrived, most business owners saw it as yet another burden like a rule to follow, a form to file, a fine to avoid. But inside these returns…
Diwali for MSMEs – Lighting Up Your Business and Finance
Each year, as the festival of Diwali approaches, the air in India fills with light, sound, and hope. Streets glow with diyas, homes sparkle with laughter, and families come together…
The Future of MSME Lending: AI and Data Trends
MSME lending is stepping into a new era where data is the new collateral and algorithms are the new underwriters. But this future isn’t just about fancy models rather it’s…
Beyond Balance Sheets: Assessing Intangible Business Value
What if I told you the biggest asset your business owns isn’t on your balance sheet? Many companies are sitting on a goldmine of value they don’t even recognize. In…
AI’s Impact on MSME Credit Scoring
When you think about the challenges faced by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), access to finance almost always tops the list. Despite their contribution to GDP, employment, and innovation,…
Collateral in MSME Loans: More Than Just Security
When most MSMEs hear the word collateral, the first thing that comes to mind is property papers. But here’s the truth: for a banker, collateral is much more than just…
Future-Proofing Your MSME: Adapting to Economic Shifts
Running an MSME is no less than running a household. Some months you save, some months you borrow, and sometimes an unexpected shock may be as small as like a…
Working Capital Secrets: How Banks Judge Your Day-to-Day Finance
Working capital is the oxygen of every MSME business. Without it, operations stop. With too much strain on it, businesses suffocate. And yet, most entrepreneurs don’t realize how deeply bankers…