When businesses need capital quickly, traditional lenders aren't built for speed.

When cash flow is tight or a short-term opportunity appears, owners need a solution that meets them where they are — not where a bank wants them to be.

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This isn’t about putting businesses into debt cycles. It’s about helping them bridge a short-term gap or capitalize on a time-sensitive opportunity with a partner who tells them the truth.

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Merchant Cash Advance

What is a merchant cash advance?

A merchant cash advance (MCA) is a type of financing that provides businesses cash in exchange for a percentage of their revenue, usually calculated by bank deposits or credit card transactions. In other words, the lender provides the business with an advance on its future sales, and then takes a percentage of those sales until the advance is repaid.

MCAs are typically provided by alternative lenders and are often used by small businesses that don’t qualify for traditional bank loans or want the money faster, with less paperwork.

Here are some of the key features of a merchant cash advance:

  1. Fast funding: MCAs can provide businesses with fast access to cash, often within a few days of approval.
  2. High cost: MCAs are typically more expensive than traditional bank loans, with interest or factor rates and fees that can be much higher.
  3. Repayment terms: MCAs are typically repaid with daily or weekly micro payments that can better fit the business’s cash flow. The term is short: 3 -18 months.
  4. No collateral required: MCAs are unsecured, which means that businesses don't need to put up collateral to secure the financing.
  5. Lower credit requirements: Because MCAs are based on the business's sales volume, the credit requirements are often lower than those for traditional bank loans.

How does a merchant cash advance work?

A merchant cash advance (MCA) provides a business with a lump sum of money in exchange for a percentage of its future sales. Here are the typical steps involved in the MCA process:

  1. Application: The business applies for an MCA from an alternative lender. The lender reviews the business's previous three to four months of bank statements. Some lenders only work with credit card transactions. To get the most funding we request businesses send both bank and credit card statements.
  2. Offer: If the business is approved, the lender will make an offer outlining the terms of the MCA, including the amount of the advance, the percentage of future sales to be paid to the lender, and the total cost of the financing. The funding amount is usually 50-125% of monthly sales. This depends on credit, time in business and industry.
  3. Acceptance: If the business agrees to the terms of the offer, it signs a contract and agrees to the repayment terms.
  4. Funding: Once the contract is signed, sometimes, the lender will verify the bank statements with a third party verification platform. Then, the lender transfers the lump sum of cash to the business's account.
  5. Repayment: The business repays the MCA through a percentage of its daily credit and debit card sales or fixed bank ACH debt, depending on the agreement. 
  6. Completion: Once the total amount of the advance plus fees is repaid, the MCA is considered complete.

How much can I get from a merchant cash advance?

MCA lenders offer about 50 - 125% of a businesses monthly sales volume. In general, MCA providers may offer advances ranging from a few thousand dollars to hundreds of thousands of dollars. For example, if your business processes an average of $50,000 per month in credit and debit card sales, an MCA provider may offer an advance of $25,000, which is 50% of the average monthly sales.

What are the requirements to qualify for a merchant cash advance?

The requirements to qualify for a merchant cash advance (MCA) can vary depending on the lender, but typically include the following:

  1. Time in business: Lenders generally require businesses to have been in operation for a certain amount of time, typically at least 6 months to a year.
  2. Sales volume: MCA providers typically require businesses to process a minimum amount of sales per month, at least$10,000 and have an average daily bank balance of $1,000 or 10% of sales, which ever is higher.
  3. Credit score: While credit requirements for MCAs are generally more lenient than those for traditional bank loans, some lenders may still consider the business owner's personal credit score in the approval process. We work with clients whose credit score is 550+.
  4. No open bankruptcies or tax liens: Lenders also require that businesses have no open bankruptcies. Open tax liens are considered on a case by case basis and must be below $75,000.
  5. Use of funds: MCA providers typically don't have specific restrictions on how the funds are used, but they may ask about the intended use of the funds.

What is the cost of a merchant cash advance?

The cost of a merchant cash advance (MCA) can be higher than other types of financing. This allows them to lend to lower credit borrowers, move faster, and be unsecured.

  1. Factor rate: Rather than charging interest like a traditional loan, MCA providers charge a factor rate, which is a multiplier applied to the amount borrowed. For example, if you borrow $10,000 with a factor rate of 1.3, you would owe a total of $13,000.
  2. Origination fee: Some MCA providers charge an origination fee, which is a one-time fee charged at the start of the loan. This fee is typically a percentage of the loan amount.
  3. Processing fee: Some providers may charge a processing fee for setting up the MCA.
  4. Late payment fee: If you miss a payment, you may be charged a late fee.

The total cost of an MCA can be significant, with effective annual percentage rates (APRs) ranging from around 40% to over 350%.

How do I pay back a merchant cash advance?

Repayment of a merchant cash advance (MCA) is repaid through a daily or weekly deduction of a percentage of your business's credit and debit card sales or a fixed ACH debit. This is known as a "holdback" or "retrieval rate." The percentage deducted is based on the terms of the MCA agreement, and can range from around 5% to 20% or more.

For example, if your business has a holdback rate of 10% and processes $10,000 in credit and debit card sales in a day, the MCA provider would deduct $1,000 from your sales that day to put towards paying off the advance.

If the contract is ACH debit, the daily or weekly payment will be set at the time the lender makes the offer. For example, if the business gets an advance of $50,000 and the term is 6 months, the daily payment could be $387.

What are the benefits of a merchant cash advance?

The benefits of a merchant cash advance (MCA) can include:

  1. Fast funding: MCAs are often available quickly, with funding provided within a few days of approval. This can be beneficial if you need cash quickly to take advantage of a business opportunity or cover unexpected expenses.
  2. No collateral required: MCAs are unsecured, which means you don't need to provide collateral to secure the financing.
  3. Simple application process: The application process for an MCA is often simpler than for traditional loans, with less documentation required.

What are the risks of a merchant cash advance?

There are several risks associated with a merchant cash advance (MCA) that you should consider before pursuing this type of financing:

  1. High costs: The fees and interest rates associated with MCAs can be significantly higher than those of traditional loans, which means that you may end up paying a significant amount in fees and interest charges over the course of the repayment period.
  2. Impact on cash flow: The repayment of an MCA is based on a percentage of your daily or weekly credit and debit card sales. This means that if your sales volume drops, your payments will also decrease, which can negatively impact your cash flow.
  3. Short repayment period: The repayment period for an MCA is typically 3 to 18 months, which means that your business will need to generate enough revenue to repay the advance within a short period of time.
  4. Potential for default: If your business experiences financial difficulties and is unable to make the payments required by the MCA agreement, the MCA provider may be able to take legal action against you, which could result in liens being placed on your business assets or other negative consequences.
  5. Limited eligibility: MCA providers typically require a certain number of monthly deposits to qualify. Lenders usually want to see about seven to eight deposits a month to qualify. The number of deposits helps match the repayment plan. This means that businesses with low sales volumes do not qualify for an MCA.

How long does it take to get a merchant cash advance?

The time it takes to receive funding from a merchant cash advance (MCA) can vary depending on the MCA provider and the complexity of your application. In general, MCAs are often available quickly, with funding provided within a few days of approval.

The application process for an MCA is often simpler than for traditional loans, with less documentation required. Many MCA providers allow you to apply online and can provide an initial decision within hours. Once you're approved, you can often receive funding within a few days, and sometimes as quickly as 24 hours.

However, it's important to note that the speed of funding can depend on factors such as the amount you're requesting, the complexity of your business and financial situation, and the MCA provider's internal processes. It's a good idea to ask the MCA provider for an estimated timeline upfront so that you can plan accordingly.

Are there any alternatives to a merchant cash advance?

  1. Small business loans: Traditional small business loans from banks, credit unions, or online lenders can provide lower interest rates and longer repayment periods than MCAs. However, the application process can be more involved and may require more documentation.
  2. Business lines of credit: A business line of credit is a revolving line of credit that you can draw from as needed, similar to a credit card. The interest rates on a business line of credit can be lower than those of an MCA, and you only pay interest on the amount you borrow.
  3. Factoring/Invoice financing: Invoice financing allows you to get an advance on outstanding invoices from your customers. The financing company pays you a percentage of the invoice amount upfront, and you repay the advance when your customers pay their invoices. The interest rates on invoice financing can be lower than those of an MCA.
  4. Equipment financing: If you need to purchase or lease equipment for your business, equipment financing can provide a lower-cost alternative to an MCA. The equipment you're purchasing serves as collateral for the loan, which can result in lower interest rates.
  5. Personal loans: If you have a good personal credit score, you may be able to qualify for a personal loan that you can use for your business. Personal loans can offer lower interest rates than MCAs, but may be limited in terms of the amount you can borrow.