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SaaS term loans & credit facilities

How it works, what it really costs, and 4 providers compared on pricing, speed, size and requirements.

How it works

A term loan or revolving line sized to your recurring revenue, usually with covenants.

Best for

$1M+ ARR companies wanting larger, longer, cheaper-than-RBF capital.

Watch out for

Covenants (min cash, revenue), blanket lien, some facilities include warrants.

At a glance

FamilyNon-dilutive debt & advances
What gets underwrittenYour recurring revenue
CollateralAll company assets
How you repayInterest-only then amortize
DilutionNone
Typical pricingAbout 11–18% a year (flat fee or APR) plus fees and warrants for some lenders
Typical time to cashAbout 4 weeks
Good forGrowth spend · Extending runway · Working capital

SaaS term loans & credit facilities 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
SaaS Capital
MRR credit facility
Rates shown to approved members
published
About 4 weeks Up to about 50% of ARR $3M+ ARR US
Espresso Capital
Growth credit
Rates shown to approved members
estimated
About 4 weeks Up to about 50% of ARR $2M+ ARR US
River SaaS Capital
Term loan
Rates shown to approved members
estimated
About 4 weeks Up to about 50% of ARR $1M+ ARR US
Element SaaS Finance
Term loan
Rates shown to approved members
estimated
About 4 weeks Up to about 50% of ARR $1M+ ARR US

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