Use Cases

Real-world examples of how Circles help people build wealth together

Mortgage Payoff Circle

A group of 10 friends pool their resources to pay off mortgages faster, saving thousands in interest.

How It Works

  1. Each member contributes $500/month to a shared pool
  2. The group pays off the smallest mortgage first
  3. That member's mortgage payment ($1,500-$2,000/month) goes back to the pool
  4. The pool grows faster, allowing the next mortgage to be paid off sooner
  5. Repeat until all mortgages are paid off
10-15 years
Time to complete (vs 30 years individually)
$150k+
Total interest saved
$15k-$30k
Saved per member

College Savings Circle

Families come together to save for their children's education, pooling resources and investing together.

How It Works

  • Multiple families contribute monthly to a shared education fund
  • Funds are invested in education-focused opportunities
  • Each family tracks their contribution and ownership
  • When a child is ready for college, their family's share is distributed
  • Remaining families continue building the fund
Benefits:
  • Higher returns than traditional 529 plans
  • Flexible withdrawal timing
  • Community support and accountability
  • Transparent tracking of contributions

Business Investment Circle

Entrepreneurs and investors pool capital to acquire businesses, real estate, or fund startups.

Example: Gas Station Purchase

  • 10 members contribute $50k each = $500k total
  • Purchase a profitable gas station for $450k
  • Use remaining $50k for improvements and working capital
  • Monthly profits distributed based on ownership percentage
  • After 5 years, sell for $600k and distribute returns
20%
Average ROI
$100k
Profit per member
5 years
Investment timeline

Insurance Pool Circle

Members track and manage insurance policies together, ensuring everyone has adequate coverage.

How It Works

  • Members purchase insurance policies through licensed providers
  • Track all policies in one place for transparency
  • Monitor premium payments and expiration dates
  • Share best practices and provider recommendations
  • Ensure group members maintain adequate coverage
Note:

Circles does NOT provide insurance. Members must purchase policies through licensed insurance providers. We only provide tools to track and manage policies that members have independently purchased.

NEW: Help Families in Need

Salary Advancement Circle

Decent families trying to live decent lives. When temporary family issues hit—medical bills, car repairs, unexpected expenses—they need help. Banks won't help. Payday loans and loansharks charge 300-400% APR and trap families in debt cycles. Your circle can help at fair, transparent rates.

Real Story: Maria's Family

Maria works two jobs to support her family. Her son needed emergency dental work—$2,500. She couldn't wait for her next paycheck. Her options:

❌ Payday Loan:

$2,500 loan → $3,250 to repay (30% interest in 2 weeks). If she can't pay, it rolls over at 30% every 2 weeks. In 3 months, she'd owe $5,000+

✅ Circle Salary Advance:

$2,500 advance → $2,625 to repay over 3 months (10% total interest, ~3.3% per month). She saves $2,375+ and builds repayment history.

How It Works

  1. Member needs help: Temporary financial issue (medical, car repair, family emergency)
  2. Circle reviews request: Members vote on whether to provide salary advance
  3. Fair terms set: 8-12% annual interest (vs 300-400% from payday loans)
  4. Repayment schedule: Automatic deductions from salary over 3-6 months
  5. Builds history: Every on-time payment builds credit and trust in the circle
  6. Future benefits: Good repayment history = better rates on future advances
8-12%
Fair interest rate
vs 300-400% payday loans
Builds History
Repayment tracked
Better rates over time
Transparent
No hidden fees
Clear terms upfront
Why This Matters:

12 million Americans use payday loans each year, paying an average of $520 in fees for a $375 loan. Many get trapped in cycles of debt. Your circle can break that cycle. Help families in your community avoid predatory lenders. Every repayment builds trust, history, and better financial futures. It's not charity—it's community support with fair terms.

POWER OF COMMUNITY

Community Endorsement: Your Circles Amplify Your Trust

You are endorsed by the circles you belong to. When you're a member of multiple circles, especially large, well-funded ones, that's a powerful trust signal. It's like having multiple community references that amplify your credibility.

How Community Endorsement Works

1
Multiple Circles = Multiple Endorsements

Belong to 3 circles? That's 3 communities trusting you. Each circle membership is a vote of confidence.

2
Large Circles = Large Network

Member of a 50-person circle? That's 50 people who know and trust you. Your network becomes your credibility.

3
Well-Funded Circles = Financial Stability

Belong to circles with $1M+ capital? That signals financial stability and responsible financial management.

4
Circle Leader = Trusted by Community

Admin in a circle? That shows leadership and trust. Your community endorsement score reflects this.

3+ Circles
Well-Connected Badge
$1M+
Financially Strong
Admin
Circle Leader
💡 The Power of Community Trust:

When you need a loan, your Circles Score shows your individual trustworthiness. But your Community Endorsement Score shows how trusted you are by your communities. Belonging to multiple well-funded, healthy circles is like having multiple references—each one amplifies your credibility. This is why creating and joining circles matters: your community becomes your capital power.

Community Support Circle

Friends and family come together to support each other during life events and milestones.

Common Use Cases

  • Baby Shower: Pool funds for new parents
  • Wedding: Help cover wedding expenses
  • Medical Emergency: Support during health crises
  • Education: Fund continuing education or training
  • Home Purchase: Help with down payment
  • Business Launch: Support new business ventures
Benefits:
  • Transparent tracking of contributions
  • Easy distribution to recipients
  • Record keeping for tax purposes
  • Builds stronger community bonds

Marketplace Investment

Investment circles discover and invest in businesses seeking capital through the marketplace. Browse verified opportunities, express interest, and execute deals seamlessly.

Example: Restaurant Expansion

  • Local restaurant lists deal: "Seeking $300K for 20% equity to open second location"
  • Two investment circles express interest and get approved
  • Each circle commits $150K
  • Deal closes → Restaurant receives $300K
  • Both circles now own 10% each
  • Deal tracked in circles' portfolios with full ownership and distribution tracking
Verified
All businesses verified
Equity & Debt
Both deal types available
Full Tracking
Integrated with portfolio

Business Asset Purchase

Circles pool capital to purchase and operate businesses together - gas stations, restaurants, retail stores. Track revenue, expenses, and distribute profits transparently.

Example: Gas Station Purchase

  • 10 members contribute $50K each = $500K total
  • Purchase profitable gas station for $450K
  • Use remaining $50K for improvements and working capital
  • Track daily revenue, expenses, and payroll
  • Monthly profits distributed based on ownership percentage
  • After 5 years, sell for $600K and distribute returns
Full Operations
Revenue & expense tracking
Transparent
All owners see operations
Profit Sharing
Pro-rata distributions

Business Banking

Businesses can manage their accounts on the platform. Receive investments from circles, make withdrawals to bank accounts, and track all transactions securely.

Features

  • Receive capital from marketplace deals
  • Link business bank accounts
  • Make secure withdrawals
  • Track all transactions
  • PIN-protected transactions
  • Full audit trail
Benefits:
  • Centralized account management
  • Secure transaction processing
  • Real-time balance tracking
  • Easy integration with marketplace

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