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Qualification Guide

Business Loan Requirements — What You Need to Qualify

Every loan type has different requirements. Understand exactly what lenders look for — credit scores, revenue, time in business, documentation, and collateral — so you can apply with confidence.

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Requirements by Loan Type

Side-by-side comparison of what each loan type requires.

Term Loans (Unsecured)
Credit Score: 680+ (all 3 bureaus)
Revenue: $50,000+ in annual taxable income
Time in Business: No minimum
Documentation: 2 years of personal tax returns
Collateral: Not required - unsecured
Lines of Credit
Credit Score: 680+
Revenue: $8,000+/month
Time in Business: 6+ months
Documentation: 3 months bank statements, basic business info
Collateral: Not required — unsecured
SBA Loans
Credit Score: 650+
Revenue: Varies by program
Time in Business: 2+ years preferred
Documentation: Tax returns, financials, business plan, personal financial statement
Collateral: Required for loans over $25K
Invoice Factoring
Credit Score: No minimum (customer credit matters)
Revenue: Active invoices required
Time in Business: No minimum
Documentation: Accounts receivable aging report, customer invoices
Collateral: Invoices serve as the asset

How to Strengthen Your Application

Improve Your Credit Score

Pay down credit card balances, dispute errors on your report, and avoid new credit inquiries in the months before applying.

Organize Financial Documents

Have 3–6 months of bank statements, recent tax returns, and a profit/loss statement ready before you start the application.

Reduce Existing Debt

A lower debt-to-income ratio significantly improves your approval odds and the rates you'll be offered.

Show Consistent Revenue

Lenders want to see stable or growing monthly revenue. If possible, time your application after a strong revenue period.

Have a Clear Use of Funds

Lenders approve applications faster when you can clearly articulate what the funds will be used for and the expected ROI.

Consider Multiple Loan Types

Don't limit yourself to one option. Pro Capital compares all loan types to find the best fit for your specific financial profile.

Ready to apply? See our step-by-step application guide or explore all loan types.

Loan Requirements FAQs

Common questions about qualifying for a business loan.

It depends on the loan type. Pro Capital's unsecured term loans require 680+ across all 3 bureaus. SBA loans typically require 650+, lines of credit need 680+, and invoice factoring has no personal credit minimum since it's based on your customers' credit.

Requirements range from no minimum (invoice factoring) to 2+ years (SBA loans). Most term loans and lines of credit require 6–12 months.

At minimum, most lenders need 3 months of bank statements and basic business information. SBA loans require the most documentation including tax returns, financial statements, and a business plan. Pro Capital's application gathers everything lenders need.

Yes. Revenue-based lending and invoice factoring focus more on business performance than personal credit. Pro Capital's network includes lenders that specialize in businesses with credit challenges.

Pro Capital's term loans and lines of credit are unsecured, so no collateral is required. Invoice factoring is based on your invoices. SBA loans may require collateral for larger amounts.

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