Over-indebtedness*

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Indicator Name Over-indebtedness*
Description Select the methods by which your institution seeks to avoid client over-indebtedness:
  • MFI's written credit policies give decision makers (loan officers, supervisors, etc.) explicit guidance regarding borrower debt thresholds
  • The credit underwriting process includes an evaluation of client ability ot repay the loan
  • Thre credit underwriting process includes checks on client credit history and existing debt
  • Loan product options are flexible enough to fit client business and / or household needs
  • The institution does not rely solely on guarantees for repayment
  • Clients receive training / guidance on evaluating their own debt capacity
  • Management regulary obtains information about debt levels among its clients
  • Peer assessment (in group methodologies)
  • Other
Category Microfinance
Identifier M16
Unit of Measure Selection
Last Updated June 4, 2009

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