Revenue-based financing (RBF) can be a beneficial funding option for small businesses, providing them with quick access to working capital and flexible payment terms. This can be a good choice for businesses with strong revenue streams that may not qualify for or benefit from a traditional loan. Qualifying and applying for RBF is faster and less burdensome than applying for a traditional loan, too.
Typical Steps for RBF
Eligibility
Most RBF providers prefer to work with businesses that have been in operation for a minimum amount of time (e.g., 12+ months), have a minimum annual revenue (e.g., $100,000+), and a minimum personal credit score (e.g., 500+).
Application
A basic amount of information about the business and its owner, along with reasonable documentation, is typically required to verify the business’s banking information.
Evaluation
The RBF provider evaluates the business’s financials and growth potential to determine the amount of financing and payment terms. Many perform a credit check to verify identity and creditworthiness.
Financing
If approved, the provider issues an approval, with the terms being offered for the customer’s consideration, including how much capital is being offered, the total cost of funding, and the estimated payment term.
Upon both parties signing the RBF agreement, the RBF provider transfers a lump sum of upfront capital to the customer’s business bank account, often within 24 hours.
Remittance
The business remits payment, which is a percentage of its revenues, to the RBF provider. That percentage is usually automatically withdrawn from the business bank account according to the agreed upon payment schedule.
Payment Support
If there’s a decrease in revenue, the amount the business is obligated to remit to the provider also decreases, without fees or penalties. The total payment amount to be remitted to the provider is fixed, no matter how long the payment period lasts, without interest ever accruing.
As an example, for $10,000 of upfront capital, a business may remit a total fixed amount of $13,000 in revenues, which would never change, as long as the customer abides by their contract.
Key Process Features
Realistic Eligibility Criteria
Simple Application
Fast Delivery of Funds
Why It’s Different
RBF providers typically focus on the business’s revenue and growth potential rather than credit score or assets, allowing more businesses to qualify for funding. Learn how RBF is different from traditional financing options.
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