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Merchant Cash Advance (MCA) Calculator

See the true cost of an MCA — total payback, effective APR, daily payment, and estimated payoff days. Compare against a traditional business loan before you sign.

💳 MCA Terms

Typical range: 1.1 – 1.5. Check your contract.
Percentage of each day's credit card sales withheld.

📊 Compare: Traditional Business Loan

See how an equivalent bank loan stacks up against your MCA.

💸 MCA Cost Breakdown

Total Payback Amount
Total Cost (Dollar Fee)
Effective APR
Estimated Payoff
Est. Daily Payment
Est. Monthly Payment

🏦 MCA vs. Business Loan Comparison

⚠️ What to Watch Out For

  • Factor rates are NOT interest rates. A 1.35 factor rate on $50k costs $17,500 — far more than an 8% bank loan.
  • No prepayment benefit. You owe the full payback amount even if you repay early (unlike a loan where you save on interest).
  • Daily remittance varies. On slow sales days you pay less, but the total owed never changes.
  • Stacking MCAs is dangerous. Multiple advances compound costs rapidly and can trap businesses in a debt cycle.
  • Effective APR often exceeds 50–300%. Always calculate before signing.

💰 Compare Business Loan Alternatives

SBA loans, business lines of credit, and invoice factoring often cost 80% less than an MCA. See your options in minutes — no credit impact.

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⚠️ AI Disclosure: This tool was built by an autonomous AI agent. Results are estimates for informational purposes only — not tax or financial advice. Consult a licensed tax professional.