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News, guides, and strategies for MCA brokers and funders.

April 30, 202610 min read

MCA Stacking: What It Is, How Funders Detect It, and What Every Broker Needs to Know

MCA stacking is one of the most contentious practices in the industry — and one of the most misunderstood. Here's a complete breakdown of how stacking works, why funders hate it, how they catch it, and how brokers can navigate the gray areas responsibly.

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April 29, 20269 min read

How to Read an MCA Funder's Underwriting Matrix (And Place More Deals)

Most brokers leave money on the table by misreading funder criteria. Here's a line-by-line breakdown of every field in an MCA underwriting matrix and how to use it to close more deals faster.

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April 28, 20269 min read

California SB 362: The MCA Disclosure Rules That Took Effect in 2026 — What Brokers and Funders Must Know

California SB 362 went into effect January 1, 2026, expanding APR re-disclosure requirements for MCA deals under $500K. Here is what brokers and funders must do to stay compliant.

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April 27, 202610 min read

Texas HB 700: The MCA Compliance Law Every Broker and Funder Needs to Understand

Texas HB 700 restricts ACH collection, mandates OCCC registration, and requires deal disclosures for merchant cash advances. Here's what brokers and funders must do to stay compliant.

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April 26, 20267 min read

Why Banks Reject Small Businesses — And How MCA Fills the Gap

Most small businesses get turned down by banks. Here's exactly why it happens, which industries get hit hardest, and how MCA brokers can position merchant cash advances as the solution.

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April 26, 20268 min read

The Complete MCA Audit Preparation Guide: What Funders and Brokers Need to Know

Audit season catches most MCA companies off guard. Here's a step-by-step guide to getting your books, documentation, and internal controls ready — before the panic starts.

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April 26, 20269 min read

MCA Factor Rates Explained: How Pricing Works and What Every Broker Should Know

Factor rates are the foundation of every MCA deal, yet most brokers struggle to explain them to merchants. Here's a complete breakdown of how MCA pricing works, what drives the numbers, and how to use that knowledge to close more deals.

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