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LendEDU

YC W16

New York City, US · 10 employees · Acquired · 1 known investors

lendedu.com ↗

LendEDU publishes educational resources and comparative reviews to help consumers make informed financial decisions about loans, mortgages, and other financial products. The company earns revenue from affiliate partnerships with financial service providers featured on its platform.

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W16)

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Matthew LenhardinFounder/CTO

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Danny DoverinChief Operating Officer

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Ellen StevensinPresident

Investors · 1

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Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

Competitors · 10

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