Estonian fintech startup Income raises €540k to expand its platform connecting investors with non-bank lenders.The funding, led by shareholder Dr Hauptmann, includes a €250k allocation for retail investors via SeedBlink.Income aims to provide a more transparent and risk-mitigated approach to private debt investing.The platform supports over 9,000 investors and has funded more than €150 million in loans as of 2025.Income's risk framework includes features like Junior Shares, Cashflow Buffers, and Buyback Obligations.The company projects reaching €36 million in investments outstanding by 2025, with revenue approaching €908k.Founder Kimmo Rytkönen emphasizes the platform's robust risk management system to attract investors.Income plans to expand into Mexico and the Philippines, focusing on regions with limited access to traditional bank financing.The platform intends to launch a secondary market in 2025 and double the number of loan originators by 2026.Income's model prioritizes legal protections and transparency amid increasing interest from institutional investors.