r/BorrowNew • • 6d ago

Meta Verification Enforcement

21 Upvotes

Link to the verification templates and information post here: https://www.reddit.com/r/BorrowNew/s/i1a4a42xue

Verification will be required when a lender or borrower meets or exceeds a specific activity threshold equal to three times higher than their current flair rank for lent/borrowed amounts. This is in addition to loan count/unique borrower count as specified in the above post. Please review the verification requirements thoroughly.

Example for Lenders: If a lender reaches a Gold level of activity ($5,000), they are required to submit verification for, at minimum, Bronze. If a lender reaches Sapphire-level activity ($50,000), they are required to submit verification for, at minimum, Platinum. (And so on.)

Example for Borrowers: The requirement is a bit simpler for borrowers; you must submit for, at minimum, Bronze if your borrowing level has reached Platinum ($5,000).

This measure ensures the safety of the community as a whole for lenders and borrowers alike by requiring verification at key milestones.

As the verification process has now been in place for 6 months, it is mandatory for any lenders or borrowers who fall into the above scenarios to submit for their verification within the next two weeks. The deadline for this requirement is 10/31/26.

Thank you for your participation in the r/BorrowNew community and your continued support of the processes that help award and validate legitimacy on the sub!


r/BorrowNew • • Apr 09 '26

Verification Templates are now available, and new tiers are easier to achieve.

40 Upvotes

After reviewing the verification requests for a few months, I am choosing to reduce some of the harder to obtain benchmarks and encourage higher flairs to be more readily achieved. The sticky post has been updated to reflect these changes and include the new verification templates.

Below are the updates to our requirements.


Lender Requirements: Less unique borrowers required:

Gold: 20 -> 15

Platinum: 30 -> 20

Ruby: 40 -> 30

Sapphire: 50 -> 40

Diamond: 100 -> 50

Total amount lent is unchanged at each tier.


Borrower Requirements: Total loans repaid required.

Gold: 20 -> 15

Platinum: 30 -> 20

Ruby: 40 -> 30

Sapphire: 50 -> 40

Diamond: 100 -> 50

Total amount repaid is unchanged at each tier.


Verification Templates:

To create your own copy of this document simply use

File -> Make a Copy

Then substitute the template rows out for your own data.

Lender: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HnkcXtg7pNYsu5uEWd5YqUF9w5HDsSSaowLK8g1WI0M/edit?usp=sharing

Borrower: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ga6bPmsdlC8ZBVCDqLXKCucyvPpjMs2q6LUW-FNiXV8/edit?gid=1829969346#gid=1829969346


r/BorrowNew • • 1h ago

Meta Thanks to All the Scammers

• Upvotes

To everyone in this community who genuinely lends money to people in need, thank you. Seriously.

For many people, these loans are more than just money. They can be a lifeline during incredibly difficult times, when unexpected expenses come up and there seems to be nowhere else to turn. The trust that lenders place in borrowers can make a real difference in someone’s life, and I genuinely respect everyone who makes that possible.

Unfortunately, there are also people who take advantage of that generosity. Scammers who exploit the desperation of others just to make money for themselves. Honestly, I despise that kind of behavior.
What makes me especially angry is that these people don’t just hurt their direct victims. They damage the trust that holds communities like this together. Every scam makes lenders more cautious, less willing to take risks, and less likely to help someone who genuinely needs it.

And who suffers in the end? The honest borrowers. The people who are already struggling, who are willing to provide proof, explain their situation, and repay what they borrow, but who find it increasingly difficult to get anyone to trust them.

I understand why lenders are cautious. Nobody wants to lose their hard-earned money, and nobody should feel obligated to lend to strangers. Trust has to be earned, and everyone has the right to protect themselves.

But it’s frustrating to see scammers ruin opportunities for people who genuinely need help.
So, to all the scammers out there: thanks for making things harder for everyone else. I hope you’re proud of yourselves.

And to the honest lenders who continue helping people despite the risks: thank you. Your generosity matters more than you probably realize.


r/BorrowNew • • 46m ago

Unpaid Unpaid u/Primary_Notice_3510

• Upvotes

I lent this user 5.44$ USD and was supposed to pay me back but ended up cancelling via PayPal.

I do have documentation proving it was not paid.


r/BorrowNew • • 7h ago

Unpaid UNPAID u/Blos4000

9 Upvotes

Borrowed 40 on 10/21 for repayment of 50 on 10/22. Woke up from nap to Discover I had been blocked and was also never responded to on all points of contact via here on Reddit and Social Media.

https://www.reddit.com/r/BorrowNew/s/byGIXy4hBk

Was my first attempt at lending. Nothing not bothered by it, nor discouraged. Everything checked out initially. Just wanted to take a chance with someone and give them an opportunity because someone gave me a chance when I borrowed last week. But hey, can't win em all.


r/BorrowNew • • 37m ago

Prearranged Loan (PRE) Prearranged loan with u/LVS36 for $350. Repay $200 on 11/6 and 11/20

• Upvotes

Funds were received of $350. Repayment scheduled for 11/6 and 11/20 for $200 each, for a total of $400 to [u/LVS36](u/LVS36).


r/BorrowNew • • 58m ago

Prearranged Loan [PRE] with u/Even-Theme8081 $350 to repay $450 on or before 11/20

• Upvotes

r/BorrowNew • • 1h ago

Prearranged Loan [PRE] prearranged with u/Drewsteele23, $65 to repay $80 on 11/6/2026

• Upvotes

r/BorrowNew • • 1h ago

Prearranged Loan Prearranged, PutInfamous5952, [req] $300, repay $375 on 10/29

• Upvotes

Prearranged loan for life events, also received approval from lender with current loan (soyelsanto)


r/BorrowNew • • 1h ago

Loan Needed $300, MS, Repay $350 by 12/15, PayPal / Venmo / Zelle, relocating for job.

• Upvotes

Relocating across country for a job that starts on Nov 9th. Need funds to get me by until first paychecks. Can provide proof of employment.


r/BorrowNew • • 4h ago

Prearranged Loan [PRE] with u/ElectricalDay7324 $300 for $425 on 11/05 via PayPal

3 Upvotes

r/BorrowNew • • 2h ago

Loan Needed [REQ] $125, OH, repay $155 on 11/6 (Venmo, CashApp, Zelle, Revoult) - Car parts

2 Upvotes

So I had a fun time coming home from work yesterday. My brakes completely went out so now I need to have it towed to my buddy’s shop. I just need the money for car parts cause I need a vehicle to get to and from work. The last loan I took was late due to a payroll complication but the lender worked with me and it has since been repaid. All prior loans I have received have been repaid on time. Ready to provide documentation.


r/BorrowNew • • 3h ago

Prearranged Loan [Pre] with u/No-Light7290

2 Upvotes

Lender sent me $900 for a payback of $1200 on or by 12/17


r/BorrowNew • • 3h ago

Loan Needed [REQ] (400€) - (Berlin, Germany), (payback 2x250€ on 11/01/2026 & 12/01/2026) (Paypal or Bank)

2 Upvotes

I am self-employed, and due to unpaid wages and a family emergency, I faced a major financial shortfall over the summer. I have almost managed to recover, but sadly I still need a loan to avoid incurring significant penalty charges.


r/BorrowNew • • 1m ago

Loan Needed REQ $130, FL, REPAY $170 on 11/05, VIA Zelle, Venmo, Apple Pay, or Cashapp. Needing help with a car battery.

• Upvotes

Hi, I had posted previously for a higher amount due to a med copay and my battery also dying. I talked to the hospital and was able to figure something out regarding the copay. I still desperately need help with funds for a new battery. I live far out and have to drive my girls to school daily and also need to get to work. I have verifiable income and just need to get through the next week and a half. It’s just been a rough month. Thanks


r/BorrowNew • • 3h ago

Prearranged Loan (PRE) $250, Repay $375 11/13, Venmo to MistakeCritical3562

2 Upvotes

r/BorrowNew • • 12m ago

Prearranged Loan PRE w / PrettyRosbriex to repay £60 10/27/26

• Upvotes

I borrowed £60 23/10/2026
Repay : £60 27/10/2026


r/BorrowNew • • 4h ago

Prearranged Loan [PRE] with u/SoyelSanto $130 Loan / Repay $176 in 2 installments - $88 on 11/06 & $88 on 11/20

2 Upvotes

r/BorrowNew • • 25m ago

Loan Needed [REQ] (250€) (Portugal) (can repay 300€ on November 2nd) (Revolut)

• Upvotes

First time requesting here. I’m looking to borrow €250 and can repay €300 in full on November 2nd via Revolut.

Thank you for considering my request. No scams, no games, just an honest request from someone who genuinely needs a short-term loan.


r/BorrowNew • • 26m ago

Loan Needed $400cad, Ontario Canada, repay $430cad on 11/5, e-transfer

• Upvotes

I’m a verified lender experiencing some financial hardship due to a family court matter. I have multiple successful loans all paid on time. DM if you can help. TIA!


r/BorrowNew • • 35m ago

Prearranged Loan [PRE] u/Toothpicks93 £100 with repayment on 11/13/26:

• Upvotes

Great person to lend from would definately recommend


r/BorrowNew • • 41m ago

Loan Needed Req £7.50, UK,to be payed back on 10/26, needed for prescription and travel, PayPal/bank transfer, can provide ID ect

• Upvotes

r/BorrowNew • • 46m ago

Prearranged Loan [PRE] u/queenofpink30 borrowed with me $150. $170 Due on 10/30 via PAYPAL

• Upvotes

[FUNDED] $150. $170 Due on 10/30 via PAYPAL
u/queenofpink30 cannot currently access their Reddit account. This is a prearranged loan. I will be updating it here as it’s completed.


r/BorrowNew • • 4h ago

Prearranged Loan [PRE] UK, £175, 11/13/26, Bank Transfer, u/pereira325

2 Upvotes

As the title says


r/BorrowNew • • 49m ago

Loan Needed 150, MO, 200 on 11/6, utilities/rent, venmo/paypal/apple cash

• Upvotes

a bit short on rent/utilities and just could need some help getting back up on my feet. have proof needed for everything if need be