Guarantee Every Payment. Win More Clients.
Stop chasing for Variation Order and Handover Payments. Handshake helps you secure funds before work begins.
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Trusted by over 30 leading design studios in Singapore
Funds are secured in reputable custodian banks like DBS and under MAS regulations.
Funds are secured in reputable custodian banks like DBS and under MAS regulations.
What trusted designers are saying about Handshake
Sharon Chong
Founder of Exodus 31
Using Handshake's escrow platform, we no longer worry about getting paid and manage projects with ease.
Thomas Eng
Founder of Living Venture Design
Using Handshake, our clients know their payments are always safe and work will be done well.
Joseph Seah
Founder of Monoloft
Handshake saved me so much time - invoicing, payments, and reconciliation were all automated. I could finally focus on the project instead of the paperwork.
Sharon Chong
Founder of Exodus 31
Using Handshake's escrow platform, we no longer worry about getting paid and manage projects with ease.
Thomas Eng
Founder of Living Venture Design
Using Handshake, our clients know their payments are always safe and work will be done well.
Joseph Seah
Founder of Monoloft
Handshake saved me so much time - invoicing, payments, and reconciliation were all automated. I could finally focus on the project instead of the paperwork.
Why designers love Handshake
Get paid on time, every time. Win more clients and close deals faster by building instant trust.
Get Paid in Full, Every Time
Every payment is secured in escrow before you start work. No more unpaid Variation Orders or chasing for final payment.
Gain Instant Credibility
Show clients you’re professional and transparent. Win more clients and close deals faster.
Flexible Payment Options
Make it easy for clients to pay, even by credit card. They’ll love earning miles on their renovation, and you’ll enjoy faster payments.
Automate Your Finances
Invoices, collections and payments are all handled for you. Save countless hours every week and focus on growing your business instead.
Your Handshake Journey
Onboard with Handshake
Provide your ACRA, IC & Business email. Be onboarded within 6 minutes and it’s completely FREE.
Create project on Handshake
Input your project details & payment milestones based on contract and send to client for review and approval.
Get Paid with Ease
Client joins project and makes progressive payment by work phases. Automated invoices ensures timely payments, while our escrow solution ensures you always get paid for completed work.
Take control of your payments and projects.
Say goodbye to messy spreadsheets. Automate your invoicing and have full visibility on your cashflow.
Secure Your Payments
Stop losing revenue on "last-mile" disputes. Get every Variation Order approved and funded on the platform, and secure your handover payment before you handover the keys.
Full Cashflow Visibility
With our cashflow dashboard, see exactly which projects have pending payments, amounts held in escrow or payments ready for withdrawal. Enjoy full visibility on your firm's finances.
Automate Your Invoices
Handshake creates and sends milestone invoices for you automatically. Skip the manual paperwork, track payment statuses in real-time, and get paid faster.
Beyond Payments: Streamline Your Entire Workflow
Stop managing projects on Excel and WhatsApp. Give your clients a seamless renovation experience while cutting your admin time significantly
All Your Projects in One Place
Ditch the messy spreadsheets. View all active renovations, timelines, and payment statuses on one real-time dashboard. Never let a deadline slip again.
Client facing interface
Your clients have their own personal dashboard. Let them track progress, see upcoming milestones, and receive updates 24/7
Centralized communication
"He said, she said" disputes end here. Keep every message, photo update, and approval in one dedicated project thread.
A platform you can trust
MAS Regulated Fund Flows
All deposits on Handshake are MAS regulated, ensuring your payments remain fully protected.
Trusted Custodian Banks
All deposits are safeguarded in dedicated custodian accounts with DBS.
Segregated Accounts
Handshake maintains fully segregated client accounts, meaning your payments are always accounted for and secure from start to finish.
Our Official Founding Marketplace Partners
Ready to use Handshake to transform your business?
Protect your payments, manage projects, and remove manual financial operations all in one place.
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Protect your payments, track progress, and manage your entire renovation in one secure place
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Handshake.
How does Handshake protect me as an Interior Designer?
Handshake’s Interior Design Protection module safeguards your payments and builds client confidence from day one.
Funds are held securely in a MAS-regulated escrow account and released progressively based on agreed project milestones, ensuring you get paid once each stage is completed.
This protects your business from non-payment risks and last-minute disputes, while giving clients peace of mind that their money is safe. The result — smoother projects, faster deal closures, and stronger client relationships built on trust and transparency.
How does Handshake protect me as an Interior Designer when it comes to final payments and variation order disputes
We understand that the final payment is often the hardest to collect - and it can make up a large portion of your profit margin.
Handshake’s flexible funding milestone workflow ensures your final payments are secured and we would love to show you how that works.
You can also track and manage variation orders directly within Handshake, keeping every change transparent and properly documented so both sides stay aligned on scope and cost.
If you’d like to see how Handshake works in action, reach out to us for a quick demo - we’ll show you how Handshake keeps your business protected while maintaining client trust.
Does Handshake work with banks?
Yes. Handshake partners exclusively with leading banks such as DBS and OCBC to hold client funds in safeguarded custodian accounts that are completely separated from operating funds.
This ensures your money is always secure, traceable, and protected under MAS regulations - reflecting Handshake’s highest priority: security and trust.
Is my Interior Design firm suitable for Handshake?
Absolutely. Handshake is built for Interior Design firms of all sizes - from boutique studios handling HDB projects to large firms managing GCBs, hotels, and commercial developments.
We’ve onboarded designers with annual revenues ranging from the millions to the hundreds of millions, each using Handshake in a way that fits their unique workflow.
Whether you’re a growing studio or an established firm, Handshake can be customised to your operations - keeping your business protected, efficient, and trusted by your clients.
What else does Handshake provide beyond escrow?
Beyond secure escrow, Handshake gives interior designers and firms the tools to streamline projects, payments, and client communication - all in one place:
- Milestone tracking & approvals: keep both sides aligned with transparent project progress.
- Shared file uploads & chat: centralise drawings, invoices, and updates in one secure channel.
- Automated reconciliation & payment visibility: track incoming payments and cashflow effortlessly.
- Payment reminders: automatically remind clients when payments are due, removing the need for manual chasing.
- Team management tools: assign and oversee project managers within your team for smoother coordination.
How much does Handshake charge?
Handshake’s fees depend on the size and structure of your transaction. We only take a small percentage relative to the amount that could be lost from non-payment - making it a cost-effective way to stay protected.
There are no fees for onboarding, KYC, or account maintenance. You only pay when you use Handshake to secure a transaction.
How hard is it to transition to Handshake?
Transitioning to Handshake is simple and seamless. There are no added steps required to move your transactions over - our dedicated team will guide you through onboarding, transaction setup, and team training.
We’ll ensure everything is configured smoothly so your switch to Handshake feels effortless from day one. Contact us today at contact@handshake.finance or on Whatsapp at +65 8077 8295.
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