My fruity business

Michael

Rongo, Kenya

100% repaid

Entrepreneur

Name

Michael

Member since

May 2017

On-time repayments

19 installments  •  100%

About Me

I grew up as a first born among five other children. It was quite a struggle for my parents to see us through school since they were just peasants. I managed to finish my high school and started doing odd jobs to support my siblings like riding motorbikes, building and even farming for people.
I managed to start my small fruits business that i get from kisii market and sell in Rongo. This was possible through my little savings from my daily works.
I love to plant flowers in my free time and am planning to turn it into a business venture soon. I also have a small kitchen garden to supply my family with fresh vegetables. My siblings bright future depends on my small business and I vow not to let them down.

My Business

I sell fruits mainly in season. Its much easier than sticking to one type. I sell oranges, lemons, avocado, mangoes, pears and so many others.
Most people love fruits and its rare to go home empty handed especially on market days which is on wednesdays.
Typically the cost of stock is 15000 Kshs
Transport is 2000Kshs
Miscellenious 2000Kshs
Profits. 4000-6000 per month
The profits i get i use to pay my siblings school fees, uniforms and books. I am also planning to save and go back to school and study bachelors in business management.

Loan Proposal

I intend to buy at least two extra sacks of oranges. This will cost me around 30 USD Oranges are now out of season and are becoming more expensive. Am still looking out for the next fruit in season. I will then use the extra 7 USD for transportation.

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Loan Info

Project Type

Classic Loan

Disbursed amount

$39.00

Date disbursed

Aug 9, 2017

Repayment status

On Time

Projected term

8 weeks

Lenders

MarktheMormon

Sandy, Utah, United States

G

Goodwill

Oakland, United States

PG

Paul Graham

United States

Craig Newmark

United States

Humble Bundle Community

San Francisco, United States

Paul Buchheit

Mountain View, United States

A

Anonymous

United States

CN

Craig Newmark

United States

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  • Michael    Nov 7, 2017

    what would I do without your help. we are having a mango season coming up and that is my target. want to maximise my profits. thanks

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  • Michael    Nov 5, 2017

    Thank you lenders. Can't wait to receive my loan and do business.

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  • Michael    Nov 4, 2017

    Thanks once again

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  • Michael    Nov 3, 2017

    I have been able to increase my stock from three to six sacks of fruits and even intend to grow it more. Thanks a lot for your financial support. God bless you all

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  • Michael    Sep 27, 2017

    Thank you lenders. Received my loan of 6695 and am so happy. Ready to grow my business. Thanks once again.

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  • Michael    Sep 24, 2017

    Thank you lenders and specifically Paul.

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  • Michael    Sep 23, 2017

    To all lenders thanks a lot for your support. I have managed to move a step a head. Despite the fact fruits are not easy to work with since they are not long lasting but because of your support I have been able to stand on my feet and pay back my loans. I look forward to your continuous support. God bless you all.

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  • Michael    Sep 21, 2017

    By the grace of God I have repaid my loan. Looking forward to posting a new one. Thanks to all lenders who made this possible.

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  • Cellestine    Aug 11, 2017

    Good job Michael keep it up let us grow together.

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  • Michael    Aug 10, 2017

    Thanks a lot I received 3741 kshs. I will be purchasing as soon as the election dust settles down in Kenya. Thanks again . God bless you.

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  • Michael    Aug 7, 2017

    Thanks lenders will keep you posted on the progress. Thanks once again.

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  • Michael    Aug 2, 2017

    Thanks so much for the previous loan. You moved me a step ahead.

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  • Michael    Jun 15, 2017

    Thanks lenders I will be able to buy more stock and make more profit

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  • Michael    Jun 7, 2017

    i would like to clear the present loan faster so as to get a bigger amount and grow my business faster.

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  • Michael    May 29, 2017

    Received my loan and am so happy. Adding 2 extra sacks tomorrow for sale on Wednesday. Thanks a lot and God bless you.

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  • Michael    May 22, 2017

    Thanks a lot paul. I will be able to increase my stock and brighten my future and that of my siblings.

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