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Business Loans: Working Capital Loans
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Written by Nosa O
Updated over 3 months ago

Running a business can be unpredictable. Sometimes you need extra cash to keep things moving smoothly or to grab a new opportunity. That's where our Working Capital Loan comes in handy.

What's good about it?

  • Quick access to money for immediate business needs

  • Use the funds how you need to

  • Build up your business credit

  • Keep full ownership of your business

  • Potential for an ongoing financial partnership with us

Who can benefit?

All sorts of businesses can use this loan:

  • Shops and online stores

  • Manufacturers

  • Service providers

  • Seasonal businesses

  • Startups and small businesses

  • And many more!

The details:

  • Loan amount: Usually between ₦1,000,000 to ₦5,000,000, depending on your business

  • How long you get the money for: Usually 6 to 12 months

  • Interest rate: 30-35% per year, based on our assessment

  • How you pay it back: Monthly payments of both the loan and interest

  • Collateral: Might not need any for qualified businesses, but we often need personal guarantees

How it works:

  1. You apply for the loan (email [email protected])

  2. We take a good look at your business

  3. We agree on the loan terms

  4. We send the money to your account

  5. You use the funds for your business needs

  6. You make monthly repayments

Things to know:

Who can apply?

  • Businesses running for at least 6 months to 2 years

  • Must show you can afford the repayments

  • Good credit history for the business and owner(s)

  • Following all the rules for your industry

What we look at:

  • How your business works and how it compares to competitors

  • Your financial statements and cash flow

  • Experience and skills of your management team

  • What's happening in your industry

What you can use the money for:

  • Buying stock

  • Paying for day-to-day expenses

  • Marketing and advertising

  • Small equipment repairs or upgrades

  • Covering seasonal cash flow gaps

Repayment:

  • Fixed monthly payments to help you budget

  • You can pay it off early without extra fees

Security and collateral:

  • Might not need any for smaller amounts and lower-risk businesses

  • We often need personal guarantees from business owners

  • Might use business assets as collateral for larger amounts

Building a relationship:

  • Possibility to renew or increase your loan if you pay well

  • Chance to build credit history for future loans

Fees:

  • Processing fee: Usually 1% of the loan amount

  • Late payment fees might apply

Support:

  • We'll check in regularly to see how you're using the funds

  • We might be able to offer business advice to help you succeed

Ready to give your business a boost? Email [email protected] and let's get started!

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