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What is revenue-based financing and who qualifies?

Funding repaid from revenue; businesses with about six months of steady deposits and 500+ credit commonly qualify.

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Who qualifies for revenue-based financing

Revenue-based financing is designed for businesses whose revenue is steady enough to support repayment from future sales. Qualification depends far more on what your bank account shows than on collateral or a perfect credit history.

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 owners use Merchant Fund Express

Buyouts up to $100K

Existing balances of $100,000 or less can be bought out.

Clear numbers

Net cash, total payback and payment shown before you sign.

Real underwriters

A human reads the file, not just an algorithm score.

Multiple funders, one application

Your file goes to funders that fit it, so offers can be compared.

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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.

How it actually works

The core qualification is consistent revenue in a business bank account. Funders typically review three to six months of statements. They look for steady monthly deposits, a healthy number of deposits rather than one or two large ones, and an average daily balance that shows the business keeps a cushion. Very small or highly irregular deposits are the most common reason applications do not proceed.

Time in business matters, but the bar is lower than banks. Many revenue-based funders consider businesses with several months of operating history, provided deposits are consistent. Banks often want two years.

Credit is reviewed but weighted less. MFE considers personal credit from 500, and stronger credit generally improves the amount, cost and term. Recent defaults on other business financing, open tax liens or bankruptcies can weigh more heavily than the score itself.

Existing obligations affect capacity. Funders total the payments already leaving your account, including other advances, loans and equipment notes. If those consume a large share of deposits, offers will be smaller, or a buyout of up to $100K or a structured second position may be suggested instead.

Industry and use matter at the margins. Some funders restrict or apply tighter terms to certain industries. A clear, short-term use with visible payback, such as inventory or a repair, is easier to approve than an open-ended request.

Sole proprietors, LLCs and corporations can all qualify. Through MFE, one application reaches multiple funders with different criteria.

Business type affects qualification as well. Businesses with recurring revenue, such as subscription services, maintenance contracts or memberships, often present the most predictable deposits. Project-based businesses can qualify too, but should provide context about project timing.

Finally, qualification is not static. A business that does not qualify today can often qualify in a few months by depositing all revenue, avoiding negative days and reducing existing obligations.

A worked example

Here is an offer for a business that meets typical revenue-based criteria. Illustrative numbers.

Amount funded$75,000
Factor rate1.25
Total payback (amount × factor)$93,750
Fees deducted at funding (3%)$2,250
Net cash you receive$72,750
Weekly payment over 44 weeks$2,131
Same total as daily debits (~220 business days)$426/day

Illustrative numbers only. Your offer depends on your file; always compare net cash and total payback in writing.

Revenue-based qualification factors

Monthly depositsSteady, consistent
Number of depositsSeveral per month preferred
Average daily balanceShows cushion
CreditConsidered from 500
Existing obligationsReduce capacity

Who this fits — and who should wait

Good fit:

Probably not yet:

Related questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Who qualifies for revenue-based financing?

Businesses with steady deposits over several months and manageable existing obligations.

What credit score is needed?

Options begin at 500.

How long must I be in business?

Many funders consider several months of consistent deposits.

Do existing advances affect qualification?

Yes, they reduce capacity for new funding.

Can sole proprietors qualify?

Yes, with a business bank account and deposits.

What disqualifies applicants most often?

Very small or irregular deposits and frequent negative days.

Payroll $25K
Inventory $60K
Equipment $90K
Expansion $150K

Example uses for illustration only.

How to improve your chances

Before you apply:

  • Keep deposits in one business account
  • Avoid negative days
  • List existing obligations
  • State a clear use

Merchant Fund Express vs. a traditional bank

Merchant Fund Express
Traditional bank loans
Decision time
Same day
Weeks
Credit to apply
500 minimum
Usually much stronger credit
Collateral
Not required for most offers
Often required
Documents
Bank statements and ID
Tax returns, financials, plans
Offers
Multiple funders, compare
One lender

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

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