Funded over

S$1.7Bn

About Funding Societies

Launched in 2015, our mission is to uplift societies in Southeast Asia by creating financial opportunities for everyone. As SMEs are the backbone of our economies, we are committed to solving the SME financing gap in the region, while providing a convenient and short-term fixed-income investment option to individuals and institutions.

CMS License No.: CMS100572

Our Awards & Recognition

Trusted by SMEs and Investors Across Southeast Asia

"The application was approved very fast, and the funds came in time. The project I had in-hand was enabled by the funds."

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SME, Tang Peng Koon New & Novel Engineering

”I used the first loan funds to pay our suppliers and execute a project . . . The return on this business investment is not just monetary, but also has an impact on society.”

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SME, Marie Ang
Founder and CEO, Solomon’s Guild

“We had a purchase order, but we needed the funds upfront. The problem was we were a new company... Funding Societies was able to bridge that gap for us.”

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SME, Terence Ho
Founder & Managing Partner, IncuBaker Cafe & Studio

“Funding Societies gives me an unconventional yet effective way to diversify my portfolio.”

 

 

 

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Investor, Lau Tian Wei
Co-author of CapitalistLAD

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What is Debt Investment?

 

Debt Investing is an investment concept where individuals & institutions jointly invest in financing to SMEs and earn returns in the form of interests. The debt investment platform connects SMEs sourcing for business financing directly with investors who are looking to participate in this asset class as part of their investment portfolio. With over S$2 billion in business financing funded regionally till date, Funding Societies is the largest debt investment platform in the region.

 

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Types of Investment Products

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Property-backed Secured Investment

Investment into a property-backed financing

Interest Rate
4% - 8% p.a.

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Invoice Financing Investment

Investment into a invoice backed financing

Interest Rate
8% - 18% p.a.

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Revolving Credit Investment

Investment into a revolving credit line granted to SMEs

Interest Rate
8% - 18% p.a.

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Business Term Investment

Investment into a business term financing

Interest Rate
8% - 18% p.a.

*Disclaimer

  • Actual returns may be lower than the expected rates of return, and historical rates of returns may not reflect future returns. The Product type interest rates indicated above are derived from historical rates of returns and are exclusive of service fees

  • Information accurate as of 29/03/2021

Investing in 4 Steps

Diversify your portfolio by investing into a unique asset class of local SME business financing

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Deposit Money

Make an initial deposit of S$100 to activate your account.

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Start participating in investment opportunities from just S$20.

Why Opt In as an Accredited Investor

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Here are a few reasons why you will love investing with Funding Societies

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Low Barrier to Entry
  • We make the concept of Debt Investing easy for you to understand
  • Investment starts from S$20
  • Ability to re-invest quickly with monthly repayment for most products
  • Tenors of up to 18 months only
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Looking out to protect your interests
  • We are the first platform in Singapore to engage an escrow agency to manage investors’ money to give our investors peace of mind.
  • We advocate ‘Skin in The Game’ philosophy by investing into the notes put up on our platform alongside our investors. We are in this with you.
  • Singaporean retail investors can enjoy tax exemption on the interest returns from year 2020 onward.
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Seamless investor experience
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Frequently asked questions

  • Is Funding Societies regulated in Singapore?

    Funding Societies Pte. Ltd. is a Capital Markets Services licensee regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore.

  • Who can invest in Funding Societies?

    We welcome individuals ranging from university students to high level executives and institutional investors such as fund management companies and family offices to invest on our platform. Do note that investors have to be at least 21 years old and above.

  • Can I invest if I am a foreigner?

    We welcome both Singaporean & foreigner investors on our platform. The only difference is that we’ll require you to submit additional documents such as a copy of your passport or proof of residential address during your onboarding process.

    Do note that the acceptance of foreigner investors are subjected to regulatory restrictions such as Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism policies and other requirements from the regulatory bodies.

  • Is there a minimum investment amount?

    Investments on the platform starts at S$20 per note. This means that you’ll be able to start investing with just S$20.

  • Does Funding Societies charge a service fee?

    We do not charge a fee for setting up an account. However, we do charge a nominal fee of 18% of the interest earned to cover operational costs. This is inclusive of the prevailing GST. 

  • Are the interests earned taxable?

    All returns on investments with Funding Societies in year 2020 and the subsequent years going forward are exempted from tax. This is only applicable for individual Singaporean tax residents, excluding any foreigner investors, institutional and corporate investors. Withholding tax is applicable for foreign residents.

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