Alternative Lending (Opposing Viewpoints)

Each title explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find sources and publications in a unique pro/con format, exposing readers to many sides of a debate and promoting issue awareness as well as critical thinking.

Explores how alternative lending compares to traditional lending, if it has more inherent risks, and if traditional lending should be made more accessible. Examines whether the practice of payday lending benefits or exploits borrowers, and assesses peer-to-peer lending as an effective alternative. Also looks at global microlending as an empowerment tool for the poor, and its limitations for bringing borrowers out of poverty.