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MCA Loan: What It Is, How It Works


Published on 2025-01-08 06:00:57 - Investopedia
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  • A merchant cash advance (MCA) loan is a way for a business to secure funding, but it does have some downsides, including being costly and having little regulation.

A Merchant Cash Advance (MCA) loan is a type of financing where a business receives a lump sum payment in exchange for a percentage of its future credit card or debit card sales, plus a fee. Unlike traditional loans, MCA providers do not require a fixed repayment schedule; instead, repayments are made daily or weekly, directly from the business's transaction receipts. This makes it an attractive option for businesses with high credit card sales but less predictable revenue, like restaurants or retail stores. However, MCAs can be expensive due to high factor rates, which can translate into an annual percentage rate (APR) significantly higher than traditional loans. They are often used by businesses that might not qualify for conventional bank loans due to poor credit or insufficient collateral, but the ease of access and speed of funding come at the cost of potentially burdensome repayment terms.

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