Solo Funds with Rodney Williams | E373
Peer-to-Peer Community Lending
In this episode of FinTech Impact, host Jason Pereira interviews Rodney Williams, co-founder and president of Solo Funds. The platform offers an innovative approach to peer-to-peer lending, targeting issues with payday loans and credit cards by creating a mutually beneficial system for those in need of capital. They discuss the origin of Solo Funds, the transparent and borrower-driven structure, and the community-centered approach that sets Solo apart. Rodney also shares success stories and highlights the challenges and advantages of building an impactful financial service. Don't miss this insightful conversation on reshaping the lending landscape.
Episode Highlights:
00:00 Introduction to FinTech Impact
00:12 Meet Rodney Williams of Solo Funds
00:48 The Concept Behind Solo Funds
03:02 Challenges with Conventional Lending
05:32 Solo Funds' Unique Approach
07:39 User Experience and Success Stories
11:49 Cost Comparison with Traditional Loans
23:29 Rodney's Vision and Challenges
28:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Resources:
Facebook – Jason Pereira's Facebook
LinkedIn – Jason Pereira's LinkedIn
Woodgate.com – Sponsor
LinkedIn - Rodney Williams