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Line of Credit vs MCA for Auto Repair Shops

Parts runs and slow weeks call for one tool. A new lift calls for another. See which fits your shop, then get a clear offer.

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Auto repair financing compared

Match the funding to how your bays actually run

Flexible draws suit recurring parts and sublet costs. A lump sum suits one defined purchase. We show you both, priced in plain dollars.

As fast as
24 hours

Amount to request

$85,000.00

Funding range$25K to $5M

*Sample amounts shown. Your actual offer depends on your business and is reviewed before approval.

Why repair shops apply with us

Fast answer, light paperwork

About three months of bank statements and a 5-minute form. No tax returns. Qualified shops can be funded in as little as 24 hours.

Credit history is not the whole story

FICO 500+ is considered. Steady repair-order deposits count for a lot.

Every dollar shown up front

The full repayment amount is in your offer before you accept. Nothing new appears after you sign.

Repayment you can plan around

Your schedule is laid out in the offer, so you can plan it around your parts orders and payroll.

Ready to see your numbers?

Fast decisions. Applying takes about 5 minutes.

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How it works

Apply in minutes

A short application. A soft credit pull to start.

Fast decision

We review revenue, time in business and bank activity, not just a credit score.

Review your offer

You see the amount, the schedule and the full repayment amount before you sign.

Get funded

Funding in as little as 24 hours for qualified businesses.

Two tools, two different shop problems

A repair shop's cash needs come in two shapes. Some are recurring and unpredictable: a run on brake parts, a customer's transmission job that needs a rebuilt unit ordered today, a slow week after a holiday. Others are one big moment: a new lift, a diagnostic scanner upgrade, or covering a bay tech while you hire.

A business line of credit tends to fit the first shape. A merchant cash advance tends to fit the second. Neither is better in the abstract.

How each one works in a shop

QuestionLine of creditMerchant cash advance
How you get the moneyDraw what you need, when you need itOne lump sum up front
Best matchParts orders, sublet work, short gapsA defined purchase or project
How it's repaidOn the schedule in your offer for what you drawTied to your future receivables per the offer
ReuseAvailable again as you repayApply again for new funds

For a deeper look at either one, see our pages on a line of credit for auto repair and a merchant cash advance for auto repair.

A quick way to decide

  1. If you keep floating parts invoices for a few weeks at a time, lean toward the line.
  2. If you know the exact dollar figure for one purchase and want it now, an advance is simpler.
  3. If card sales are a big share of your ticket volume and you want repayment to move with them, an advance is worth a look.
  4. If you are unsure, apply once. We can show what each product looks like for your shop.

What we need from your shop

Both products start the same way: a 5-minute application, about three months of business bank statements, and a soft credit pull. No tax returns. FICO 500+ is considered, and sole proprietors can apply. Funding runs from $25,000 to $5,000,000, with qualified shops funded in as little as 24 hours. Apply here to see real numbers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get both a line and an advance?

It depends on your deposits and existing obligations. A reviewer looks at whether your account can carry both payments before offering a second product.

Which is better for buying a lift or alignment rack?

For a single known purchase, a lump sum is often easier. Equipment financing is another option for machinery, and we can show it alongside the other two.

Does a slow winter hurt my chances?

Seasonal dips are expected in repair work. Reviewers look at the full three months of statements and how consistently deposits come in.

Will applying affect my credit?

We start with a soft credit pull, so checking your options does not begin with a hard inquiry.

How do I see the actual cost?

Every offer shows the full repayment amount and the schedule before you accept, so you can compare the two products side by side.

Do fleet and insurance-job payments count toward my review?

Yes, as long as they are deposited into your business bank account. Fleet accounts and insurance repair payments often arrive on a delay, and reviewers read them as part of your overall deposit pattern rather than in isolation.

Parts inventory $22,000.00
Two-post lift $14,500.00
Diagnostic scanner $9,800.00
Slow-month payroll $31,000.00

Example uses for illustration only.

How to improve your chances

Whichever product you choose, these steps help your shop's file.

  • Deposit card and cash tickets into one business account
  • Keep a few days of payroll in reserve when you can
  • Pay parts suppliers on time to keep accounts in good standing
  • Know your existing financing payments before you apply

Our process vs a typical bank

Merchant Fund Express
Traditional bank loans
Documents
About 3 months of bank statements
Tax returns and full financials
Credit
FICO 500+ considered
Higher scores usually expected
Timing
As little as 24 hours if qualified
Weeks of underwriting
Initial credit check
Soft pull
Often a hard pull
Products offered
Line, MCA, equipment, more
Usually one product at a time

Pick the right tool for your next repair order

One secure application. A soft credit pull to start. No obligation to accept an offer.

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