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The Complete Process of A SME Loan Application
The Complete Process of A SME Loan Application
of an SME Loan
Application
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The Complete Process of an SME Loan Application
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Singapore’s economy is driven by small and medium-sized
enterprises, which make up about 99% of all enterprises.
Thus, SME financing accounts for a significant segment of
the business financing market, where working capital is given
out to companies through different SME loan products.
Apart from the traditional banks and With the integration of technology, the
financial institutions that still provide the banks, and financial institutions have
majority of business loans in Singapore, developed and progressed, and their systems
financial technology (FinTech) is rising and and processes have also become quicker and
fast, making its presence known as an more efficient through automation.
alternative source of business financing.
Thus, to qualify for the SME loans, you just
Today, you have the peer-to-peer lending and need to prepare your application to meet all
crowdfunding platforms that make the criteria systematically.
financing process seamless and much faster.
These financial technology companies are
beginning to make waves among the small
and medium enterprises in Singapore.
1. Stating a proper
business plan
Many banks and moneylenders will demand
a robust financial plan, which will form an
introduction about who you are and what
your business is all about. Be ready to state
your business' goals, mission, and how you
plan to run it to achieve all the objectives A great business plan means that the
stated. business is likely to succeed according to the
mind of the lender.
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3. Stating the
amount of money
you require
Do thorough research lest you underestimate
or overestimate the amount of money you
require. If you underestimate the amount, it
could lead to financial problems in the future.
4. Maintain a
good credit score
Though some licensed moneylenders are
willing to grant you loans despite having a
bad credit score, it is ideal to maintain a good
score.
If your score is low, find ways to raise it before applying for any bank loan.
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5. Assessing all
your lending
options
When you ensure that your credit score is
okay, it is time to research and come up with
a list of banks, moneylenders, or financial
institutions in Singapore that is viable to
provide you the type of loan you require. Go
for one that offers loans at low-interest rates
and offers the most flexible approval
guidelines.
6. Maintaining
proper financial
records
If you are applying for a business loan,
especially from a bank, it will make things
easier when you maintain proper financial
statements.
7. Planning a
presentation and
making the
appointment
If you want to convince the loan officer at
your financial institution to consider your
application for a small business loan and give
it a second look, then make sure to present it Furthermore, include an Executive Summary
in the best light possible. as many loan officers read the Executive
Summary first to decide whether they are
It’s vital to set up a presentation of your interested. Take the appointment with your
business plan and application and compose a loan officer and ask for enough time to do a
professional package with a narrative and short presentation, with visual aids, based on
any essential financial statements, your business plan. While doing that, be
spreadsheets, charts, and graphs. concise and organized.
Maintain at least S$10,000 in your corporate bank account. Take care not to let it fall below
that amount.
Your company should turn a net profit. Or numbers should show improvement over the last
two years.
Reduce your company’s credit exposure. Pay off outstanding loans and other liabilities.
SME Micro Loans
Be ready to provide a personal guarantee for business loans as it is mandatory for company
Directors in Singapore. To qualify as a guarantor, as a Director, you must have an annual
income of at least S$30,000.
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Wrapping-Up
As you can see, the process of obtaining an SME loan in Singapore is not that difficult. And with
so many financial institutions, banks, and moneylenders out there, you are bound to find one
that will be willing to fund you and meet your requirements. Just ensure to have a proper
business plan, determine how to intend to spend your money, and make an accurate
estimation of the amount you require.
Furthermore, it is essential to keep a good credit score at all times. You can check your credit
score by paying a transactional fee of $6.42 at Credit Bureau Singapore.
Avail only what you can repay back in time, but don’t underestimate the amount lest you end
up in a financial crisis in the future. Hopefully, the guide will help you to avail your SME business
loan and move your business forward.
The Complete Process of an SME Loan Application
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