Business loans for international trade companies funding supplier payments, shipping and stock before customers pay, with fast decisions and a dedicated account manager.
Cross-border trade pairs large upfront payments to suppliers and carriers with customers who pay on credit, so money is committed long before it comes back. Exchange rates and shipping times stretch the gap further, with cash out for weeks before it returns. The pressures usually include:
Cross-border trade pairs large upfront payments to suppliers and carriers with customers who pay on credit, so money is committed long before it comes back. Exchange rates and shipping times stretch the gap further, with cash out for weeks before it returns. The pressures usually include:
Tando keeps funding personal, so a trade company deals with one account manager who understands cross-border payment cycles and currency exposure, and can move quickly, with decisions usually in three to five days. A patchy credit record does not rule a firm out.
If a company landed a larger contract but had to pay suppliers and freight before its customer paid, a business loan could fund that deal so it is not turned down for lack of cash. Where the bigger drag is customers paying slowly on delivered goods, invoice finance can release the cash tied up in those invoices instead.
Secured Business Loans use assets like property or equipment as collateral to unlock higher borrowing limits and lower interest rates, giving your company predictable repayment terms and the flexibility to invest in long-term growth.
Unsecured Business Loans require no collateral, offering a rapid application and approval process. Although interest rates may be higher, this option lets businesses with strong credit profiles access funds quickly for working capital or expansion.
Start-Up Business Loans, often government-backed, provide new ventures with £500–£25,000 at fixed, affordable rates. They include mentorship and support services, helping entrepreneurs build credit, purchase essential equipment, and launch their businesses confidently.
Yes. Paying suppliers and freight on a bigger deal before the customer pays is a core reason trade companies borrow. A business loan provides the lump sum to take it on, then you repay over a fixed term as payment arrives. Your account manager will size it around the contract and terms you are working to.
A letter of credit is a bank instrument that promises an overseas supplier payment once they present the agreed shipping documents. It gives the supplier security to ship, and is useful on new or larger overseas relationships. A business loan still covers general working capital. Your account manager will explain how the two work together.
Not by default. Tando funds firms that others avoid, including those with bad credit or past bounced payments. The decision rests on current trading and repayment ability, not the credit file alone. A clear explanation of any past issue, with steady recent trade, usually counts for more than the score when the case is reviewed.
Decisions usually come within three to five days, and simple cases can move within hours, with funds following soon after approval. The timing depends mainly on how fast you share accounts and statements. With a real account manager on the file, you can flag a shipment deadline and get a realistic answer.
Facilities typically range from £75k to £500k, aimed at firms turning over around £200k or more, with no strict minimum. The right amount depends on the deals and costs the funding supports and what the business can comfortably repay. It is built around your real trade rather than a headline number.
It depends on the problem. A business loan is a lump sum for any purpose, useful for paying suppliers, freight and duty. Invoice finance instead releases cash from unpaid customer invoices as you raise them. Many trade companies use both. Your account manager will compare them so the funding matches how your money actually moves.
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Contact UsInvoice financing lets you unlock cash tied up in unpaid invoices, giving your business faster access to working capital without waiting for customers to pay.
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Tailored financial solutions specifically for construction companies to manage projects, procure materials, and ensure steady progress through every development phase.
Get fast funding based on your future card sales, with repayments taken as a percentage of daily takings—ideal for businesses with fluctuating revenue.
Finance for property purchases, developments, or refurbishments—supporting commercial, residential, and investment projects with tailored lending options.
Ensure your team is paid on time, every time. Payroll finance bridges short-term cash flow gaps so you can cover wages even when clients pay late.
Empower your supply chain and secure global growth with flexible, human-led funding solutions.
Secure international trade with confidence. Work with new partners, and grow your business across borders without putting cash up front.
Draw funds when you need them, repay when you can, then draw again.
Tando Capital provides a range of tailored funding solutions to meet diverse business needs:
One of Tando Capital’s core priorities is speed. We offer:
Tando Capital stands out by prioritising human expertise over automated bots:
While criteria vary by product, Tando Capital generally considers:
Our application process is designed to be quick and transparent:
Tando Capital is committed to full transparency—there are no hidden fees:
Tando Capital Limited (trading as Tando Capital), registered at Suite 74 Paycocke Road, Basildon, SS14 3HX . Tando Capital is not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority and can only complete non-regulated introductions. We work with a Panel of Lenders whose particulars will be supplied upon request. ICO Number ZB748553- We will receive commission from lenders. Different lenders pay different amounts depending on different commission models. For transparency we work with the following commission models: percentage of the amount you borrow and rate for risk (this is based on the risk profile of the business). Further details of the commission model, calculation and amount will be disclosed to you throughout your customer journey.’
