Paulino

Paulino (54) is a husband and father to one child currently attending elementary school. His wife, Adelita, is an entrepreneur who manages their grocery store to supplement Paulino’s income from his buy-and-sell broom business. They live in the province of Cebu.

Before starting his business, Paulino worked as coo overseas. He later settled permanently with his family and began operating a buy-and-sell broom business. He purchases brooms directly from a factory in Tuburan and delivers weekly to loyal market vendors in nearby towns, including regular customers in Mandaue.

In 2023, Paulino's wife Adelita started managing a grocery store selling a variety of items, including rice, energy drinks, canned goods, soft drinks, and hog and chicken feeds. The store operates from early morning, with daily sales of at least £25. She sources her stocks from the mall and the local market.

Recently, Paulino secured a new bulk order for his brooms, prompting him to apply for a loan from Lendwithcare partner, LAMAC. The loan will be used to purchase additional broom stocks and more grocery items for Adelita’s store, ensuring it remains fully stocked and attractive to customers. Repayable over 12 monthly instalments, the loan aims to improve the performance and income of both businesses.