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Merchant cash advance

A merchant cash advance gives you an upfront sum repaid as a fixed percentage of your future card takings. Repayments rise and fall with your sales, so quiet days cost less.

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Amount
Typically up to ~1× monthly card turnover
Repayment
A set % of daily card takings
Security
Unsecured

Is it right for your business?

Who it suits

  • Retail, hospitality and businesses with strong card sales

  • Owners who want repayments that flex with revenue

  • Those who may not qualify for a traditional loan

Worth knowing

Total cost can be higher than a term loan

Only suitable for card-taking businesses

Pros

  • Repayments flex with sales

  • No fixed monthly amount

  • Accessible with imperfect credit

What it costs you

Indicative only. Actual terms depend on the lender and your circumstances.

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Unsecured term loan

A fixed lump sum repaid over an agreed term, with no asset used as security.

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Who is a merchant cash advance best for?

Businesses that take a meaningful share of revenue by card (like shops, cafés and restaurants) and want repayments that track their takings.

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