Bad Credit Business Funding
Your complete guide to securing funding with less-than-perfect credit
What Credit Score Do You Need?
All funding options available
Most alternative lenders, higher rates
Alternative lenders, merchant cash advance
Secured loans, invoice factoring, revenue-based
Best Funding Options for Bad Credit
Revenue-Based Financing
Min Score: 500+Amount: $10K-$500KSpeed: 1-3 days▼
Revenue-Based Financing
Pros
- ✓Based on revenue, not credit
- ✓No collateral required
- ✓Fast approval
Cons
- ⚠Higher cost
- ⚠Daily/weekly payments
Invoice Factoring
Min Score: No minimumAmount: $5K-$5MSpeed: 24 hours▼
Invoice Factoring
Pros
- ✓Based on customer credit
- ✓Immediate cash flow
- ✓No debt on balance sheet
Cons
- ⚠Customer notification
- ⚠Fees per invoice
Merchant Cash Advance
Min Score: 500+Amount: $2.5K-$250KSpeed: Same day▼
Merchant Cash Advance
Pros
- ✓Very fast funding
- ✓Flexible repayment
- ✓High approval rate
Cons
- ⚠Highest cost option
- ⚠% of daily sales
Equipment Financing
Min Score: 550+Amount: $5K-$5MSpeed: 2-5 days▼
Equipment Financing
Pros
- ✓Equipment is collateral
- ✓Easier approval
- ✓Builds business credit
Cons
- ⚠Only for equipment
- ⚠Down payment may be required
Improve Your Approval Odds
Show Strong Revenue
3-6 months of bank statements showing consistent income
Time in Business
6+ months makes you more attractive to lenders
Solid Business Plan
Show how you'll use and repay the funding
Separate Business Account
Don't mix personal and business finances
Growing Business
Show month-over-month revenue growth
Good Banking History
No NSFs, maintain positive balance
Get Funded Regardless of Credit Score
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