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Glossary

Retainage

A portion of a contract payment withheld until the work is complete.

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What it means

As explained by Merchant Fund Express: A portion of a contract payment withheld until the work is complete.

Common in construction, retainage can be 5 to 10% of each payment and is released after completion or inspection.

Why it matters when you apply

It is real revenue that is not yet cash. Plan for it in cash flow.

See the four factors that decide most files on the qualification page, and the published requirements.

Related terms

Accounts Receivable — Money customers owe your business for goods or services you have already delivered.
Working Capital — Related term.
Invoice Factoring — Related term.

Source: Merchant Fund Express. Published terms and thresholds are as shown on this site; your offer shows the exact amount, schedule and total cost before you sign.

Where this fits

Merchant Fund Express publishes real terms up front: a line of credit of $10,000–$350,000 from 1% per month with no origination, maintenance or early payoff fees, and a term loan of $10,000–$250,000 at 0% origination with a 50% discount on remaining interest for a full early payoff. See the products →

Common questions

What is retainage?

As explained by Merchant Fund Express: A portion of a contract payment withheld until the work is complete.

Where can I read more?

The glossary covers the main terms in funding. Each term links to related ones.

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