The project is complete, well done! However, the contract may specify that the project owner will retain a portion of the contract funds to be sure that the contractor will fulfill any outstanding obligations during the defects’ liability period. Well! You (the contractor) may need to access these funds to clear outstanding payments, or the project owner may want to close their accounting books and therefore not comfortable remaining with funds that are due to another party
You (contractor) will provide a retention guarantee from Finance Trust Bank which the project owner will keep in order to release your funds, well assured that you will make good for any defects that may arise during the defects’ liability period.
Please contact Finance Trust Bank to obtain retention money guarantees through our flexible collateral arrangements.
Benefits:
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Access the Retention money secured by a small fraction of the expected receivables.
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Enables the contractor to access funds and clear outstanding obligations without borrowing.
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Strengthens trust with the employer by showing commitment to remedy any defects.
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Prevents prolonged financial tie-ups, enabling you to do more.
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Competitive pricing offered by Finance Trust Bank.
Requirements:
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An operational bank account with Finance Trust Bank
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Completed application form
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Copy of the signed contract
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Final payment certificate or evidence of Completion of the contract.
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Company profile
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Collateral contribution (Usually covering just a percentage of the Retention guarantee amount)
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Documents to support borrowing depending on the sector and structuring agreed