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Borrower Guide

Loan Origination & Terms

The borrower's journey on Lendscape begins with loan origination. This process involves several steps:

Getting Started

  1. Profile Creation: Create a profile on the platform, providing necessary personal and financial information.

  2. Loan Request: Submit a loan request, specifying the desired amount, purpose, and preferred terms.

  3. Collateral Specification: Identify the tokenized real-world asset (RWA) you intend to use as collateral.

  4. Risk Assessment: Our AI-driven models assess your creditworthiness and the value of the proposed collateral.

Loan Terms

Based on the risk assessment, the platform generates loan terms, including:

  • Interest Rate: Typically ranging from 20% to 35%, depending on risk profile
  • Loan Duration: Usually between 3 months to 3 years
  • Loan-to-Value (LTV) Ratio: Typically 30-50% of the collateral value
  • Repayment Schedule: Monthly, quarterly, or custom schedules available

Once generated, you'll review and accept the proposed terms.

Collateralization of Tokenized RWAs

After accepting the loan terms, the collateralization process begins:

Asset Verification Process

  1. Ownership Verification: The platform verifies your ownership of the tokenized RWA.
  2. Value Assessment: Our system determines the current market value of your asset.
  3. Eligibility Confirmation: We ensure your asset meets our collateral requirements.

Securing Your Collateral

  1. Collateral Lock: You'll transfer the tokenized RWA to our Collateral Escrow smart contract.
  2. Overcollateralization: To mitigate risk, loans are typically overcollateralized, with the collateral value exceeding the loan amount by 50-70%.
  3. Collateral Monitoring: Throughout the loan term, the value of your collateral is continuously monitored using blockchain oracles.

Supported Collateral Types

Lendscape currently supports the following types of tokenized assets as collateral:

  • SAFT (Simple Agreement for Future Tokens)
  • SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity)
  • Tokenized equity
  • Vesting tokens
  • Other tokenized real-world assets on a case-by-case basis

Repayment and Default

Repayment Options

As a borrower, you are responsible for repaying your loan according to the agreed terms:

  • Regular Payments: Make payments (typically monthly) through the platform according to your repayment schedule.
  • Early Repayment: Options for early repayment are available, potentially with reduced interest.
  • Payment Methods: Support for various stablecoins and other cryptocurrencies.

Default Process

If you're unable to meet your repayment obligations:

  1. Notification Period: You'll receive notifications and a grace period (typically 7 days) to rectify the situation.
  2. Resolution Options: During this period, you can make the overdue payment, restructure the loan, or add additional collateral.
  3. Liquidation Process: If unresolved, the platform initiates the liquidation process:
    • The collateralized asset is auctioned to recover the outstanding loan amount.
    • Any remaining value after covering the loan, interest, and fees is returned to you.

Default Triggers

The following situations can trigger default procedures:

  • Missed Payments: Failure to make a scheduled payment by the due date.
  • Collateral Value Drop: If the value of the collateralized asset falls below a predetermined threshold (e.g., loan-to-value ratio exceeds a certain percentage).
  • Repeated Late Payments: A pattern of consistently late payments, even if eventually made.
  • Violation of Loan Terms: Failure to comply with other specific terms of the loan agreement.

Loan Management Dashboard

As a borrower, you'll have access to a comprehensive dashboard that provides:

  • Real-time view of loan status
  • Payment history and upcoming payment schedule
  • Current collateral value and health factor
  • Options to add collateral or make early repayments
  • Notifications for important events (payment due, collateral value changes)

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if my collateral value increases?

The increased value provides additional security for your loan, but does not automatically change your loan terms.

Can I use multiple assets as collateral?

Yes, Lendscape supports using multiple tokenized assets as collateral for a single loan.

What if I need to extend my loan term?

You may request a loan extension, which will be evaluated based on your payment history and current collateral value.

Are there any fees besides interest?

Lendscape charges a small origination fee (typically 1-2%) and may have additional fees for specific actions like early repayment.

Can I get a larger loan amount later?

If your collateral value supports it, you can apply for additional funding after establishing a positive repayment history.

For additional questions or support with the borrowing process, please contact our support team.