Popular Business Funding Solutions

MCA

1.25 Factor
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No Minimum Credit Score
Funding up to $5MM
Same Day Funding Available
Minimal Stipulations

Equipment Financing

6% Base Rate
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Min 550 FICO
No Funding Cap
2-3 Day Funding
Work Vehicles are Eligible

Line of Credit

8.9% Base Rate
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Min 680 FICO
Funding up to $5MM
Min 2 years in Business
Only pay interest on used funds

SBA Express Loan

SOFR+ 3%-5%
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24 HR Funding
Up to $50,000
Minimal Documentation
Min 700 FICO

SBA 7a Loan

SOFR+ 3%-4%
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Min 680 FICO
Funding up to $5MM
Flexible Uses
2 years full business financials required

Invoice Factoring

1.9% Base Rate
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Min 650 FICO
No Funding Cap
Full Financials Required
Must have B2B Invoices

Average Approval Rates

Local Banks

32%

Hard Money Lenders

64%

MCA / Rev Based

89%

Institutional Banks

17%
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Simple Fast Business Loans

In the vast sea of commercial lending, countless business lenders tout an array of loan products, yet most offerings are simply iterations of a core set of debt financing options, each with unique nuances. The real distinction often lies not in the loan type itself but in the nuances of approval, delivery, and repayment methods. At the forefront of this evolution stands financial technology (fintech), which, thanks to recent leaps in innovation and technology, has undergone a transformative shift. Leveraging cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking, lenders can now rapidly dissect a company's financial health, streamlining the approval and funding sequence.

Keeping pace with the rapidly evolving landscape of business financing, especially with the proliferation of alternative lending and its minimal regulatory constraints, can be daunting. Descriptions of new lending products may often appear opaque and perplexing. Chiles Capital delves deep to elucidate the most prevalent business loan types accessible to small and medium enterprises, scrutinizing their rates, terms, and the mechanics of each. We dissect the entire funding journey, weighing the advantages and disadvantages, to furnish business owners with a comprehensive understanding, ensuring they are well-informed before initiating the application process.

What is Debt Financing

Debt financing is simply another name for a business loan, where a company seeks funds from a lender with the commitment to return the principal plus interest. This obligation to repay makes debt financing distinct from equity financing, where investors inject capital in exchange for a share of ownership, and returns scale with the company's success. Unlike these investors, who bear the risk of no guaranteed returns, creditors of debt financing have a clear repayment schedule and earn through interest rates, offering a predictable financial return.
 

Advantages of Debt Financing

Maintaining full ownership is a significant perk of debt financing; you secure funds without diluting company equity, ensuring that future profits remain entirely yours. While debt lenders don't provide operational guidance, they also don't claim a stake in your business, unlike equity investors who may take a substantial share—and with it, a portion of your profits indefinitely.

Disadvantages of Debt Financing

On the flip side, debt financing imposes rigid repayment obligations that must be met regardless of business performance. This contrasts with equity financing, where investors are remunerated through profit-sharing only if the company succeeds. Additionally, debt often requires collateralizing business or personal assets, posing a risk where non-repayment could lead to legal proceedings and asset liquidation by the lender.

Secured Business Financing

This form of financing necessitates the pledging of assets as collateral, with most lenders mandating that the collateral's value meets or exceeds the loan amount. It's a prevalent financing method among business lenders. The assets pledged typically must surpass the loan value, sometimes substantially so, and they often require valuation and ongoing surveillance. Chiles Capital can facilitate secured loans backed by various forms of collateral, including but not limited to business or personal real estate, accounts receivable, and equipment, encompassing both business and personal assets.

Unsecured Business Financing 

This financing option liberates businesses from the need for collateral. Chiles Capital provides access to unsecured loans where lenders evaluate primarily based on the business's and owner's creditworthiness or projected future revenues. To balance the increased risk from the lack of collateral, some unsecured lenders might stipulate more frequent repayment terms, including daily or weekly schedules. Although unsecured loans typically don't tie down business or personal assets, lenders may opt to secure an interest in current and future business receivables.

What is Equity Financing

Equity financing is a method of raising capital by selling company shares to investors. In return for their investment, shareholders receive ownership interests in the company. This form of financing allows businesses to obtain funds without incurring debt. Since investors assume the risk of their shares potentially losing value, they're often rewarded with a portion of the company's profits through dividends or capital gains if the company grows. Unlike debt financing, there's no obligation to repay the investors; their return is contingent on the business's performance.

Advantages of Equity Financing

1. No Repayment Obligation: Unlike debt, equity financing doesn't require monthly repayments, which can ease cash flow pressures, especially for startups or businesses experiencing growth spurts.
2. Access to Expertise: Equity investors often bring valuable experience, contacts, and expertise to the business, contributing more than just money.
3. Shared Risk: The risk is shared with the investors since they only make money if the company performs well.
4. Additional Resources: Many equity investors are interested in contributing to the success of the company and can provide additional resources, such as mentorship and strategic advice.

Disadvantages of Equity Financing 

1. Dilution of Control: Issuing equity involves giving up a portion of ownership and control of the business. Major decisions may require investor approval, and conflicts can arise.
2. Profit Sharing: Future profits will need to be shared with investors, which can mean less long-term return for the original owners if the company is highly successful.
3. Longer Process: Finding the right investors can take a significant amount of time, and the process of equity financing can be more complex than securing a loan.
4. Potential for Conflict: Different visions between owners and investors can lead to conflict and can affect the direction and operations of the business.