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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


How Funders Collect Payments in Merchant Cash Advance
I break down the automated payment collection process in merchant cash advance. Learn about the direct bank withdrawals and credit card splits I use to secure MCA transactions.
Jun 102 min read


Why Speed of Funding Matters More Than Rate: Lessons from New Federal Reserve Data
When time is money, the fastest lender wins. Here's what the latest Federal Reserve data tells us about why businesses choose speed over everything else.
Jun 33 min read


Why the Fed’s 2026 Report on Merchant Cash Advances Feels Personal
I read the Federal Reserve’s 2026 report on employer firms asking one question: does the data on merchant cash advances match what I hear daily? The answer is yes. 38 percent of firms applied for financing. 8 percent chose merchant cash advances. When speed equals survival, the math changes.
May 151 min read
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