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Yendo
A company offering a vehicle-secured, revolving credit solution
About Yendo
Yendo is a financial services startup that offers a unique credit card product. Unlike traditional credit cards that rely on credit scores for approval, Yendo's credit card is secured by the value of the customer's car. This innovative approach allows individuals who may not have a strong credit history to access up to $10,000 in revolving credit. The company's primary market is individuals who need extra money to make ends meet but are faced with limited or unfavorable borrowing options due to their credit scores.
The business model of Yendo is straightforward. Customers apply for a credit card and if approved, their vehicle acts as collateral. This reduces the risk for Yendo, allowing them to offer credit to a wider range of customers. The company makes money from the interest charged on the credit card balances. However, if customers pay their entire balance monthly, they are not charged any interest on their purchases.
Yendo's operations are characterized by simplicity, transparency, and flexibility. The application process is quick and easy, with pre-approval decisions made in minutes and without impacting the applicant's credit score. The company also places a high emphasis on security, ensuring that customers' financial information is well-protected.
Customer feedback about Yendo is overwhelmingly positive, with many praising the company's helpful service, quick response times, and reasonable monthly payments. The company's commitment to helping customers build a better financial future is also highly appreciated.
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEBTDebt | Feb 2026 | $200M | — | I80 Group | ↗ |
| SERIES BOther financing | Oct 2025 | $50M | $200M | Pelion Venture Partners · Mark Cuban · Spice Expeditions · Autotech Ventures | ↗ |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for Yendo is 370K monthly website visits, down 14% over the last three months. Yendo's team grew 11.6% over the past year.
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Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Seed9 investors entered at this stage
Leo Polovets
Vivek Garipalli
Bill Clerico- BVBloom VP
Pelion Venture Partners
Mark Cuban
Spacecadet Ventures
Uncommon Capital
1930 Capital
Series A5 investors entered at this stage
Autotech Ventures
Human Capital
FPV Ventures- SESpice Expeditions
Clocktower Technology Ventures
Series B and later1 investor entered at this stage
I80 Group
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