Merchant Advance's
The benefits of a merchant cash advance for businesses include:
1. Quick access to capital: Merchant cash advances offer fast access to funds, often within a few hours of approval, providing businesses with the ability to address immediate financial needs or opportunities.
2. No collateral required: Unlike traditional loans that may require collateral, merchant cash advances are typically unsecured, meaning businesses don't need to pledge assets to secure the funding.
3. Simple application process: The application process for merchant cash advances is often simpler and faster compared to traditional loans, requiring minimal paperwork and documentation.
4. Approval based on sales history: Merchant cash advance providers typically look at a business's credit card sales or bank deposits to determine eligibility, rather than solely relying on credit scores or financial statements, making it accessible to businesses with less-than-perfect credit or limited operating history.
5. Funding can be used for various purposes: Businesses can use merchant cash advances for a wide range of purposes, such as purchasing inventory, covering operating expenses, expanding marketing efforts, or addressing short-term cash flow challenges.
A cash advance can serve as a bridge until an SBA loan comes through by providing immediate access to capital that can cover urgent expenses or opportunities while awaiting the longer processing time of an SBA loan, which can take up to six weeks or more.
Here's how the process can work:
1. Immediate Access to Funds: Upon approval of the cash advance, the business receives funds quickly, often within a few days. These funds can be used to address immediate needs such as paying bills, covering payroll, purchasing inventory, or seizing time-sensitive opportunities.
2. Bridge Financing: The cash advance serves as temporary financing to bridge the gap until the SBA loan is processed and disbursed. Since SBA loans typically have longer processing times due to their comprehensive application and approval process, the cash advance can provide the necessary liquidity to keep the business operations running smoothly during this waiting period.
3. Tiered Prepayment Addendum: To manage the repayment of the cash advance, a tiered prepayment addendum can be structured. This addendum allows the business to repay the cash advance in a manner that aligns with its cash flow. For example, during periods of higher revenue, the business can make larger payments, and during slower periods, payments can be adjusted accordingly.
4. Flexible Repayment Terms: The tiered prepayment addendum can offer flexibility in repayment terms, allowing the business to prepay the cash advance without incurring penalties or fees. This flexibility ensures that the business can manage its cash flow effectively and prioritize repayment based on its financial situation.
5. Smooth Transition to SBA Loan: Once the SBA loan is approved and disbursed, the funds can be used to repay the cash advance in full or in part, depending on the business's needs and cash flow. This seamless transition ensures that the business can continue its operations without interruption while benefiting from the longer-term, lower-cost financing provided by the SBA loan.
Overall, utilizing a cash advance with a tiered prepayment addendum can provide businesses with the short-term liquidity they need to navigate through the waiting period for an SBA loan, ensuring continuity of operations and seizing growth opportunities without being hindered by temporary cash flow constraints.
SBA Loan's
The benefits of Small Business Administration (SBA) loans for businesses include:
1. Lower down payments: SBA loans often require lower down payments compared to conventional loans, making them more accessible for small businesses with limited capital.
2. Longer repayment terms: SBA loans offer longer repayment terms, which can help reduce monthly payments and improve cash flow management for businesses.
3. Competitive interest rates: SBA loans typically offer competitive interest rates compared to other financing options available to small businesses, helping to minimize borrowing costs over time.
4. Access to capital: SBA loans provide access to capital that may be otherwise difficult for small businesses to obtain, especially for startups or businesses with limited credit history.
5. Flexibility in use of funds: SBA loans can be used for various business purposes, including working capital, purchasing equipment or inventory, acquiring real estate, refinancing existing debt, or funding expansion plans, providing flexibility to meet different business needs.
6. Support for disadvantaged businesses: SBA loans include programs specifically designed to support disadvantaged businesses, including minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, and rural businesses, helping to promote economic growth and diversity.
7. SBA guarantee: SBA loans are partially guaranteed by the U.S. government, which reduces the risk for lenders and may improve approval rates for businesses that may not qualify for conventional financing.
8. Business development resources: SBA loans often come with access to valuable resources and support services, including business counseling, training programs, and networking opportunities, which can help businesses grow and succeed.
Line's Of Credit (LOC)
The benefits of a line of credit for businesses include:
1. Flexibility: Businesses can access funds as needed, up to a predetermined credit limit, providing flexibility to manage cash flow fluctuations or unexpected expenses.
2. Cost-effective: Interest is only charged on the amount borrowed, making it a cost-effective financing option compared to traditional loans where interest accrues on the entire loan amount.
3. Quick access to funds: Once approved, businesses can access funds quickly and conveniently, often through online banking or a linked checking account.
4. Revolving credit: As funds are repaid, they become available for future use without the need to reapply for a new loan, providing ongoing access to capital.
5. Can improve credit score: Responsible use of a line of credit, such as making timely payments, can help businesses build or improve their credit score, which can be beneficial for future financing needs.
6. Versatility: Lines of credit can be used for various business purposes, such as covering short-term expenses, purchasing inventory, or funding marketing campaigns, offering versatility in how funds are utilized.
Below are the services that your business may qualify for. We will explain the benefits of each service below, and all options will be customized to fit the needs of your business. We have a range of services available to help you grow and succeed.
Our team of experts will work closely with you to understand your specific requirements and design a solution that best suits your business goals.
Contact us today to discuss how we can assist you in achieving your business objectives.
Our mission
At Quick Lift Capital, our mission is to empower businesses with the financial solutions they need to thrive and succeed. Through our comprehensive suite of services including working capital, SBA loans, lines of credit, and consolidations, we are dedicated to providing flexible, accessible, and tailored financing options that meet the unique needs of each client. We strive to foster long-term partnerships built on trust, integrity, and personalized support, helping businesses achieve their goals and reach new heights of success
Our vision
We want to live in a world where people can access funding that match their needs rather than having to find a compromise and settle on the second-best option. That's why we take a lot of time and care in getting to know our clients from the moment they reach out to us and ask for our help.