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The members of the Communal Bank “Santo Rosario” meet every 15 days in Andrés De Vera parish in the city of Portoviejo, the capital of Manabí. For many years, Portoviejo has been known as the "City of the Royal Tamarind Trees". This city has a warm and pleasant climate, and is known for its rich cuisine.
Sra. Iliana lives in this place. She is 31 years old, in a common-law relationship, and has three children (ages 13, 11, and 4). The children attend high school, elementary school, and pre-school respectively. Her husband is a master builder.
Iliana is a homemaker. In order to generate her own income and cover the needs of her children, she sells clothing through catalogs and Yanbal products (beauty products, cosmetics, perfumes, and women’s accessories). Iliana works every day in the mornings while her children are at school. She offers her products on credit and collects payment at the end of the week. Iliana has been in business for 1½ years and has done very well. Perfumes are what she sells most.
This loan will be used to buy perfumes, crèmes, cosmetics, and clothing. This is her fifth loan cycle with the Communal Bank. She enjoys being a member because the loans have helped to establish her business. Her dream is own a boutique.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Ronan Reodica. View original language description.
