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Notes on Specialty Finance


What I Look For in Merchant Cash Advance Underwriting
A look behind the curtain at how I evaluate deals. I explain why my merchant cash advance underwriting ignores FICO and focuses entirely on daily cash flow and renewal strength.
Jun 162 min read


Smart Money is Flooding into MCA: My Breakdown of the Top Q2 2026 MCA Capital Raises
Over $1.25 billion in institutional capital flowed into the space last quarter. Here is my breakdown of the top five MCA capital raises that prove smart money is officially here.
Jun 92 min read


How I view the SBA 100% rule and its impact on immigrant founders
I break down the recent SBA 100% rule change that excludes green card holders from traditional loans and explore the non-bank funding alternatives I see filling the void.
Jun 52 min read
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