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Capital marketplaces

How it works, what it really costs, and 2 providers compared on pricing, speed, size and requirements.

How it works

One application routed to many lenders; you pick from the offers.

Best for

Shopping multiple lenders quickly.

Watch out for

Terms depend on the lender matched; some charge a finder's fee.

At a glance

FamilyNon-dilutive debt & advances
What gets underwrittenDepends on matched lender
CollateralDepends on lender
How you repayFixed monthly
DilutionNone
Typical pricingAbout 10–45% a year (flat fee or APR) plus fees and warrants for some lenders
Typical time to cashAbout 1 week to about 2 weeks
Good forWorking capital · Growth spend · Extending runway

Capital marketplaces providers compared

Sorted by the low end of the estimated rate as of today. Your actual cost depends on your revenue, credit profile and term — the calculator works it out for you.

ProviderEstimated as of todayTime to cashTypical sizeRequirementsRegions
Lendio
Small-business loan marketplace
Rates shown to approved members
estimated
About 1 week Up to $500K Existing revenue · Personal guarantee US
Arc
Capital marketplace
Rates shown to approved members
reported
About 2 weeks Up to about 40% of ARR Existing revenue US

Head-to-head comparisons

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