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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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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

Pros

Repayments flex with sales

No fixed monthly amount

Accessible with imperfect credit

Worth knowing

Total cost can be higher than a term loan

Only suitable for card-taking businesses

Typical terms

Amount

Typically up to ~1× monthly card turnover

Repayment

A set % of daily card takings

Security

Unsecured

Indicative only — actual terms depend on the lender and your circumstances.

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Frequently asked questions

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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