Prosperity Works partnership with TrueConnect

During a time where many are facing financial uncertainty, finding safe and reliable lending sources is top of mind for everyone. Earlier this year, Prosperity Works partnered with TrueConnect to bring equal opportunity lending to the state of New Mexico. TrueConnect allows employers to offer their employees small-dollar loans that they repay through payroll deduction. 

The mission of TrueConnect is simple, to provide safe, affordable financial support and hope to employees in need of a helping hand that is an alternative to predatory lending. Employers can enroll in TrueConnect at any time and offer this voluntary benefit to their employees at no cost.  With more than 20.4% of New Mexicans living at or below the poverty line, having access to these lending services is essential. Many New Mexicans rely on payday lenders when unexpected expenses come up, creating a cycle of debt that is hard to get out of. 
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Having TrueConnect in place prevents predatory lenders from targeting employees at their most vulnerable and turning short-term financial issues into debilitating, long-term issues that can affect their ability to work. Additionally, TrueConnect borrowers have access to six free financial counseling sessions that can help individuals address their current financial situation and any problems they might be having. 
Some of the benefits of TrueConnect 

• Provides employees access to a safe, regulated bank loan 
• ​No cost or financial risk to qualified employers
• No credit-check loans up to $5,000 to provide a safer alternative to predatory ‘Payday Loans’ 

If your business is interested in TrueConnect visit our Fair Lending Options of Employers page or contact us at 505-217-2747 or email [email protected].