What Is a Merchant Cash Advance?
A plain-English breakdown of how MCAs work, including factor rates, remittance, and how they differ from traditional loans.
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Everything you need to know — how MCAs work, what they cost, and whether they're the right choice for your business.
Read the full guide →A plain-English breakdown of how MCAs work, including factor rates, remittance, and how they differ from traditional loans.
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Read more →A Merchant Cash Advance (MCA) is one of the fastest and most accessible forms of business funding available — but it's also one of the most misunderstood. Here's everything you need to know before applying.
An MCA is not a loan. It's a purchase of your future receivables. A funding company like Eljay Capital gives you a lump sum today, and in exchange, you agree to pay back a larger amount from a percentage of your future daily sales.
Because it's not technically a loan, MCAs are not subject to the same regulations as traditional bank loans — which is what allows them to be approved much faster and with less stringent credit requirements.
Instead of an interest rate, MCAs use a factor rate — a simple multiplier. For example:
Repayment happens automatically via a daily or weekly deduction from your business bank account — typically a fixed percentage of your revenue. On days when your sales are higher, you pay more. On slower days, you pay less. This built-in flexibility is one of the biggest advantages of an MCA over a fixed loan payment.
Most small businesses qualify for an MCA if they meet these basic criteria:
MCAs are best for businesses that need capital quickly, have consistent revenue, and may not qualify for traditional bank financing. They're commonly used for inventory purchases, equipment, payroll gaps, marketing campaigns, and seasonal preparation.
They are generally not the best fit for businesses in financial distress, or for purchases that don't generate a return on investment (since the cost of capital is higher than a bank loan).
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