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Stage 3: Working capital & debt

Licensed moneylenders

Quick answer

Moneylenders licensed by KPKT under the Moneylenders Act 1951 can be a faster, last-resort option for short-term cash, but they are regulated differently from banks and many mainly serve individuals.

Best suited for

Short-term gaps when banks and other routes are not available, after comparing alternatives.

Pros

  • Quick decisions and light documentation
  • Licence status can be checked on public KPKT lists
  • Can fill short gaps when other routes are closed

Cons

  • Often costlier than bank or platform financing
  • Many products target individuals, not businesses
  • Unlicensed lenders and scams copy the look of real ones

Watch out for

Only deal with a company on the official KPKT list, check the licence number, and never pay fees upfront to “release” a loan.

Where to look: Online moneylenders approved by KPKT

Real-world examples

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