Merchant Cash Advance Calculator

Use our free MCA calculator to estimate your merchant cash advance costs, daily payments, and total repayment amount. Understanding the true cost of an MCA helps you make informed financing decisions for your business.

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MCA Cost Calculator





Total Repayment
$67,500
Total Cost of Funding
$17,500
Est. Daily Payment
$462
Est. Repayment Period
5.4 months
Estimated APR
~48%
Approximate annual percentage rate for comparison purposes

This calculator provides estimates only. Actual terms vary based on your business profile. Contact Lending Valley for a personalized quote.

How Does a Merchant Cash Advance Work?

A merchant cash advance provides your business with a lump sum of capital in exchange for a percentage of future credit card sales. Unlike traditional loans, MCAs use a factor rate instead of an interest rate to determine the total repayment amount. A factor rate of 1.35 means you repay $1.35 for every $1.00 borrowed.

Understanding MCA Costs

The total cost of an MCA depends on three key factors: the advance amount, the factor rate, and how quickly you repay. The holdback percentage determines how much of your daily card sales go toward repayment. Higher holdback means faster repayment but lower daily cash flow. Lower holdback means smaller daily payments but a longer repayment period.

MCA vs Traditional Business Loans

MCAs offer several advantages over traditional loans: no fixed monthly payments, no collateral required, fast approval and funding, and flexible repayment tied to your actual sales volume. However, the effective annual cost is typically higher than traditional loans. Use our calculator above to compare costs and determine which option is best for your business.

Why Choose Lending Valley for Your MCA?

Lending Valley offers competitive factor rates starting at 1.15 for qualified businesses. Our team helps you understand the true cost of funding and find the option that best fits your cash flow. We provide transparent terms with no hidden fees.

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