Term loans for manufacturing & distribution
A lump sum up front, repaid in fixed installments over up to 60 months. Manufacturers use Credible Lending term loans to buy a CNC or production line or fund raw materials for a large PO, with up to 60 months and funded within 24 hours of signing.
| Amount | $10K – $5M |
|---|---|
| Term | Up to 60 months |
| Speed | Funded within 24 hours of signing |
| Payments | Weekly or monthly |
| Best for | Expansion, buildouts, one-time investments |
Common uses in manufacturing & distribution
- Buy a CNC or production line
- Fund raw materials for a large PO
- Expand warehouse space
- Smooth net-90 receivables
Why manufacturers choose a term loan
Big orders need cash first
Raw materials and labor come due long before the purchase order pays out.
Machines drive margin
A faster line or new CNC lowers cost per unit for years.
Terms are long
Net-60 and net-90 customers tie up cash that invoice financing can release.
How does a term loan work?
- 1
Tell us what the capital is for and how much it costs.
- 2
Your advisor structures an amount and term around your project timeline and cash flow.
- 3
Review the full cost of capital, in dollars, before you sign.
- 4
Receive the lump sum and repay on a fixed schedule. Early payoff options are available.
What do I need to qualify?
- 1 year in business
- $10K+ in monthly revenue
- 625+ FICO score
Other funding for manufacturers
- Equipment financingGet the equipment now. It secures the loan.Up to 100% of equipment cost · Matched to the equipment's useful life
- Invoice financingGet paid on invoices now, not in 30 to 90 days.Up to 90% of invoice value · Settled when your customer pays
- Business line of credit$10K to $5M in revolving credit. Pay only for what you draw.$10K – $5M · Up to 24 months
Questions, answered
Something else on your mind? Ask an advisor.
Can manufacturers qualify for a term loan?
How long are Credible Lending term loans?
Can I pay off a term loan early?
Can I finance machinery and working capital together?
Ready when your business is.
Apply in about three minutes with a soft credit check. You'll hear back the same day.