Frequently Asked Questions

Everything You Need to Know About Getting Funded

General Questions

How is this different from a bank loan?

Banks look almost exclusively at your credit score and require mountains of paperwork, collateral, and weeks of waiting — then often say no anyway. We look at your actual business performance: revenue, cash flow, and how long you've been operating.

How much can I borrow?

We can match you with funding from $10,000 all the way up to $20,000,000 — including business loans, equipment financing, and commercial real estate. Most of our Hawaii clients qualify for between $50,000 and $500,000 on their first application.

How fast will I actually get the money?

Once approved, funds are typically deposited into your business bank account within 24 hours — sometimes the same day.

Will applying hurt my credit score?

Pre-approval uses a soft credit pull, which has zero impact on your credit score. A full credit check is only required if you decide to accept an offer.

What's the minimum credit score required?

We work with business owners with FICO scores as low as 500. Credit score is just one factor — we weigh your revenue and business cash flow heavily.

What industries do you work with?

Most industries qualify — restaurants, contractors, retail stores, auto shops, medical and dental practices, tour operators, real estate, insurance, and more.

Are there restrictions on how I use the funds?

None. Whether it's payroll, inventory, equipment, expansion, marketing, or covering a slow season — the money is yours to use as you see fit.

What documents will I need?

Typically just 3 months of bank statements, a completed application, and a copy of your driver's license. Once pre-qualified, you'll upload everything directly into a secure portal.

Is Paradise Working Capital based in Hawaii?

Yes — we're right here in Kapolei, Oahu. Maya, our AI assistant, is available to answer questions and pre-qualify you any time, backed by a local team with over 27 years of lending and financial experience.

Do you offer hard money loans or real estate bridge loans in Hawaii?

Yes. Through our lending network we can place hard money and commercial real estate loans from $100,000 up to $20,000,000 — with no minimum FICO score, no minimum revenue, and no time-in-business requirement.

How does equipment financing work?

Equipment financing lets you purchase business equipment and use the equipment itself as collateral. Because the asset secures the loan, approvals are often faster and credit requirements are more flexible.

What is accounts receivable financing and how fast can I access my money?

AR financing lets you turn outstanding invoices into immediate working capital — typically 70–90% of invoice value upfront, usually within 24–48 hours.

Product-Specific Questions

How fast can I get funded? (Working Capital Loans)

Most working capital approvals fund within 24–48 hours of a completed application.

Will this affect my credit score? (Working Capital Loans)

Pre-qualification uses a soft credit pull only — it does not affect your credit score.

Can I finance used equipment? (Equipment Financing)

Yes — most programs finance both new and used equipment.

Do I need great credit? (Equipment Financing)

No — because the equipment secures the loan, approvals are more flexible on credit.

How is this different from a loan? (Merchant Cash Advance — Fast Cash)

It’s an advance against future sales, repaid as a percentage of daily revenue rather than a fixed payment.

How fast can I get funded? (Merchant Cash Advance — Fast Cash)

Merchant cash advances are among our fastest programs — often funded within 24–48 hours of a completed application.

How is revenue-based financing different from an MCA? (Revenue-Based Financing)

Both flex with your sales, but revenue-based financing is typically sized to monthly recurring revenue with longer terms — a better fit for steadily growing businesses than a fast card-sales advance.

Do I have to give up equity? (Revenue-Based Financing)

No — revenue-based financing is not an equity investment. You keep 100% ownership of your business and repay from revenue.

How long does SBA approval take? (SBA & Term Loans)

SBA loans typically take longer than alternative financing — often 2–8 weeks depending on the program.

Who collects payment from my client? (Invoice Factoring)

Depending on the program, the factoring company may collect directly or you may continue collecting as usual.

Do I need to own a business to qualify? (Hard Money & Real Estate Loans)

No — investors and property owners qualify based on the property’s equity, not a business.

What if I’ve been turned down before or have bad credit? (Hard Money & Real Estate Loans)

Hard money lending is equity-based — there is no minimum FICO score requirement.

How does hard money lending work? (Hard Money & Real Estate Loans)

Loans are secured by real property equity rather than credit or income, allowing 5–15 day closings.

What property types qualify? (Hard Money & Real Estate Loans)

Commercial, residential investment, mixed-use, and land all qualify depending on the program.

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