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Minimum requirements — USA & Canada

Business loan qualifications — exact minimums for every product

Compare the published time-in-business, revenue, credit score, and document requirements across every Simply Approved Business Loans product. Use this page to find the right fit before you apply, then pre-qualify in 30 seconds — pre-qualification does not run a credit check.

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Qualifications by product

Click any product for full details, rates, and process.

Merchant Cash Advance

Fast capital based on future receivables

Time in business
6+ months
Min monthly revenue
From $15,000 for some MCA programs; the general Simply Approved prequalification minimum is higher. Requirements vary by funding provider and jurisdiction.
Min FICO
500
Bank statements
3 months (4 in NY/CA, 6 in Canada)
$5,000 – $2,000,000Funding as fast as 24 hours (subject to approval)
View full MCA details

Business Term Loan

Fixed-rate financing for major investments

Time in business
12+ months
Min monthly revenue
$25,000
Min FICO
600
Documents
Application + 3 months bank statements
$25,000 – $5,000,000Funded in 2–7 days
View full Term Loan details

Equipment Financing

Up to 100% financing for the gear you need

Time in business
6+ months (startup programs available)
Min FICO
620
Down payment
$0 typical for $1 buyout
Documents
App + vendor quote + 3 months bank statements
$10,000 – $5,000,000Funded in 3–7 days
View full Equipment details

SBA Loans

Government-backed loans with competitive rates and long terms (US only)

US only
Time in business
2+ years
Min monthly revenue
$30,000
Min FICO
650
Documents
2 yrs profitable business tax returns, personal tax returns, business plan, debt schedule
Note
Bank or SBA may request additional personal or business financials
Use of funds
Equipment, working capital, business acquisition, refinancing eligible debt
$50,000 – $10,000,000 (7(a) + 504 combined)Funded in 30–60 days
View full SBA details

Invoice Factoring

Turn unpaid invoices into immediate cash

Customer credit
Creditworthy B2B buyers
Min monthly invoice volume
$10,000+
Min FICO
No minimum (buyer-credit underwriting)
Documents
Aging report + sample invoices + customer list
$10,000 – $10,000,000Funded as fast as 24 hours, subject to underwriting
View full Factoring details

Startup Business Funding

Capital for businesses under 2 years old

Time in business
0–24 months OK
Min FICO
680 for stacking; 600 for some equipment
Documents
Personal credit + business plan/projections
Down payment
Varies by product
$10,000 – $250,000Funded in 5–14 days
View full Startup details

Working Capital Loans

Cover payroll, inventory, and day-to-day expenses

Time in business
6+ months
Min monthly revenue
$15,000
Min FICO
500
Documents
App + 3 months bank statements (4 NY/CA, 6 Canada)
$5,000 – $1,000,000Funding as fast as 24 hours (subject to approval)
View full Working Capital details

Frequently asked questions

What are the baseline qualifications across all products?+

Most products require 6+ months in business, $15,000+ in monthly business deposits, a 500+ personal credit score (FICO in the U.S., Equifax or TransUnion Canada in Canada), and 3 months of business bank statements (4 in NY/CA, 6 in Canada). Term loans require 12+ months and a 600+ score. U.S. SBA loans require 2+ years, $30,000+ monthly revenue, and a 650+ FICO score.

Do I need collateral to qualify?+

Most working capital products (MCA, LOC, short-term loans) are unsecured. Equipment financing is secured by the equipment. SBA and CRE loans typically require collateral and personal guarantees.

Will checking my qualifications affect my credit?+

No. Pre-qualification does not run a credit check. A credit inquiry only happens after you start a full application — and the inquiry type (soft or hard) is disclosed before you sign.

Are these minimums a guarantee of approval?+

No. Minimums are the starting point. Every funded file is fully underwritten — bank statement analysis, business verification, debt-service review, and a credit check determine final approval, amount, term, and rate.

Do Canadian businesses qualify?+

Yes. Canadian files require 6 months of business bank statements, a CRA Business Number, and CAD-denominated business banking. Credit and revenue minimums match U.S. equivalents. SBA programs are U.S.-only — Canadian equivalents include BDC and CSBFP.

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