Florida Business Loans & Funding

Fast, flexible business funding for Florida small businesses. $5K-$5M with decisions in 24 hours. 500+ FICO accepted. No tax returns required under $250K. Same-day funding available.

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$5K-$5MFunding Range
24 hoursDecision
500+Min FICO
fmt(3100000)FL Businesses Served

Business Funding for Florida Small Businesses

Florida is home to roughly fmt(3100000) registered small businesses serving a population of fmt(22000000). From Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, St. Petersburg, Hialeah, Fort Lauderdale, Cape Coral, Tallahassee, Gainesville to rural communities across the state, Florida small business owners face the same challenge: traditional bank financing is slow, restrictive, and turns down most applicants under $500K.

Merchant Fund Express provides Florida businesses with access to capital that banks don’t. Our underwriters focus on revenue and cash flow — three months of bank statements — instead of two years of tax returns and 680+ FICO. We’ve funded Florida restaurants, contractors, medical practices, trucking companies, retailers, and service businesses across every county.

For Florida businesses, this means same-day decisions when paperwork is clean, funding in your account within 1–3 business days, and capital structured to fit how small businesses actually run — daily or weekly micro-payments instead of crushing monthly debt service.

24-Hour Florida Decisions

Real human underwriters review every Florida file the same day it’s submitted with complete bank statements.

500+ FICO Accepted

Revenue and cash flow matter more than credit score. We’ve funded Florida operators with 520 FICOs.

No Collateral Most Files

Personal guarantee only on most working capital and MCA approvals for Florida businesses.

Industry Specialists

Florida files routed to underwriters who specialize in your specific industry — restaurant, trucking, construction, medical, etc.

No Tax Returns Under $250K

Three months of bank statements is all most Florida files need. No two-year tax return requirement.

Soft Pull Pre-Qualification

See your offers without impacting your credit. We only hard-pull when you accept the terms.

Six Funding Products for Florida Businesses

Each product fits a specific use case. Not sure which fits your situation? Take our 4-minute quiz or call (305) 384-8391.

Working Capital

$5K–$500K

Daily or weekly ACH payments. Decision in 24 hours. Funds in 1–3 business days. Best for cash flow gaps, inventory, payroll, marketing.

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Merchant Cash Advance

$10K–$2M

Repayment as a fixed percentage of daily credit card sales. Ideal for Florida restaurants, retail, and businesses with credit card volume.

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Equipment Financing

$10K–$2M

Up to 60 months. Section 179 eligible. The equipment is the collateral. Vehicles, machinery, medical, kitchen, construction.

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Business Line of Credit

$10K–$250K

Revolving. Pay only interest on what you draw. Best for Florida businesses with unpredictable or recurring cash needs.

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Invoice Factoring

$10K–$5M

Advance on outstanding invoices. Best for Florida B2B businesses with 30/60/90 net term receivables.

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Revenue-Based Financing

$25K–$5M

Fixed daily/weekly ACH (not card-split). Term 6–18 months. For larger amounts than MCA.

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How We Compare for Florida Businesses

CriteriaFlorida BanksOnline LendersMerchant Fund Express
Decision Time4–8 weeks3–7 days24 hours
Approval Rate (sub-680 FICO)~12%~38%~58%
Minimum FICO680+620+500+
Tax Returns Required2 years1 yearNot under $250K
Funding Speed30–60 days5–10 days1–3 days
Industry SpecialistsNoGenericYes — per industry

Florida Business Loans by City

We fund businesses in every Florida city — from Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, St. Petersburg, Hialeah, Fort Lauderdale, Cape Coral, Tallahassee, Gainesville to small towns. Top cities we serve:

Florida Business Funding FAQ

How fast can a Florida business get funded?

Most Florida applicants get a credit decision within 24 hours and funds in their account within 1–3 business days. Same-day funding is available on amounts under $250K when three months of clean bank statements are submitted before 11am Eastern.

What credit score do I need in Florida?

500+ FICO is our minimum for Florida businesses. Revenue and cash flow weigh more than credit score on most files. Florida operators with 520 FICOs and consistent monthly revenue are funded regularly.

How much can a Florida business borrow?

Funded amounts range $5K to $5M depending on monthly revenue, time in business, and use of funds. The average funded amount for Florida businesses is approximately $185K. We size offers based on monthly deposits and trajectory.

What if I was declined by a Florida bank?

Bank declines are common — approximately 82% of small business loans under $500K are declined nationally. Our underwriting differs: we approve based on bank statements (deposit consistency, average balance, NSF history) rather than tax-return-heavy criteria. Most of our Florida approvals come after a bank decline.

What documents do I need to apply?

A one-page application, three months of business bank statements, and basic business information (EIN, time in business, ownership). For amounts $250K+ we may request additional documentation.

Do I need collateral?

Most working capital and MCA approvals for Florida businesses require only a personal guarantee. Equipment financing is self-secured by the equipment. Lines of credit above $100K may require additional collateral.

Is there a pre-payment penalty?

Working capital, MCA, and RBF have NO prepayment penalty — you can pay off early and save on the remaining factor cost. Equipment financing prepayment varies by lender and is always disclosed before signing.

Can I apply with an ITIN instead of SSN?

Yes, in many cases. If you have an ITIN and own a Florida business with EIN and business bank account, we can process your application. Spanish-language application available at /es/.

Ready to Fund Your Florida Business?

Apply in 4 minutes. Decision in 24 hours. Funds in 1–3 business days. No obligation, no credit impact for pre-qualification.

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