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Lower costs & higher funding limits for your Shopify store

Kickfurther funds up to 100% of your inventory costs on flexible payment terms where you don’t pay until you sell. We fund your entire order(s) each time you need more inventory, so you can put your capital to work growing your Shopify store without adding debt,giving up equity or locking up cash in inventory orders.

  • Often 30% lower cost than alternate lenders
  • Quickly fund $5,000,000+ in inventory for your Shopify store
  • Create your payment schedule (1-10 months)
  • Sell new inventory before paying for it
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Frequently asked Shopify Capital Financing questions

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What is Shopify Capital?

The launch of Shopify Capital ties in well with Shopify’s mission to make commerce easier and more accessible for everyone. Shopify understands that it’s often difficult for businesses to access additional growth funding, which is why Shopify Capital offers two main types of funding: short-term business loans and merchant cash advances. Many sellers report the two function similarly, but there are differences to note:

  • Short-term business loans – Shopify grants the borrower with a lump sum that should be paid back in full plus a flat borrowing cost. Like most loans, payments are broken up into installments.
  • Merchant cash advances – With a merchant cash advance, the lender (in this case Shopify) essentially purchases a share of future sales. The borrower receives a lump sum from Shopify Capital that they’ll then repay via deductions from your daily revenue until the loan plus costs are repaid. On days without sales, MCA loans often will not deduct from your account.

Shopify loans can be used for a variety of purposes, including purchasing additional inventory and equipment, investing in additional marketing and advertising, launching new products, as well as hiring more employees.

How do Shopify Capital loans work?

The biggest downside about Shopify Capital loans is that business owners must wait to be deemed eligible by Shopify before viewing their Shopify Capital offer. This means sellers cannot proactively apply as they might with other finance options until they receive an eligibility notice within their accounts… However, Shopify promises it is continuously assessing stores and making offers of funding, so if your store hasn’t received a notice of eligibility of funding yet, be aware you may still receive an offer in the future. Please also  note that Shopify Capital loans are currently limited only to stores located in select US states, whereas Shopify Capital merchant cash advances are available in all US states and Canada.

How do you qualify for Shopify Capital loans?

How do you know if you’re eligible for a Shopify Capital loan? Shopify sets an alert within your account when you’ve been selected for funding. However, Shopify provides fairly transparent details about their criteria for eligibility, which includes:

  • Located in the United States or Canada
  • Low risk profile
  • Have Shopify Payments or another third-party payment provider enabled
  • Currently processing a certain amount of sales

How do I apply for Shopify Capital loans?

If you think you’re eligible for Shopify Capital funding after reviewing the qualifications, the next thing to do is to prepare your loan request. What sets Shopify Capital apart is that users can view personalized funding options and request a loan directly from their Shopify account. For those wondering, here’s what the process looks like:

  • Check if you’re eligible to receive Shopify Capital
  • After exploring the funding offers Shopify presents, compare the terms and the funding options offered to you
  • Review the terms for each option, including the amount received, total owed, and the daily repayment rate that will be deducted from your daily sales
  • Carefully review the terms and conditions before accepting the loan terms
  • Allow 3-5 business for Shopify to review and approve your application and, once approved, your loan will be deposited directly to your business bank account

Two days after receiving your loan, Shopify Capital will begin charging your daily repayment rate set by the percentage indicated on your loan terms.

How should I use the funds from Shopify Capital?

As a business owner, you likely know where you’d spend additional capital to grow your brand. And consider this: Shopify wouldn’t be offering you additional funding if they believe you wouldn’t be able to repay their investment. Here’s how you could put Shopify small business loans to good use:

  • Operational expenses – Operational expenses are the daily costs of running your business. You can use Shopify Capital loans to pay rent, purchase additional inventory, invest in promotions, and cover emergency expenses. You can even use your additional funding to explore new or expanded channels for marketing and advertising.
  • Expansion – Funding a new venture or expanding your current one involves a lot of money. It also depends on the type of business that you have. If you think you’re ready for expansion, you can always use Shopify loans to test a new product, launch a new website, or open a brick-and-mortar. Keep in mind that anything new (products, initiatives, locations) always carry higher risks than expanding what’s currently working. Don’t let that stop you from dreaming and iterating, but be aware of how that could impact your ability to repay loaned funding.
  • Debt consolidation – Consolidating debt with Shopify finance could make debt repayment easier and cheaper. The best course of action to take is to sit down and review your loan terms and see whether consolidating your debt will provide you with lower interest rates and fewer payments.
  • Emergency expenses – From a business perspective, wouldn’t it be nice to have the peace of mind knowing that you have funding available in case you become strapped for cash? We’re not saying that you should keep taking out loans every time you’re short, but having an emergency net is always wise. It’s also best for businesses to set aside a year’s worth of expenses in the event that income becomes volatile. However, if you need extra funding, it’s always nice to know that a Shopify loan is easily accessible.

Are Shopify loans secured? Can I pay Shopify Capital loans off early?

No, Shopify loans are not secured. As mentioned above, businesses pay Shopify loans through a percentage of their daily sales which means no collateral backing is involved. There is also no penalty for repaying your loan before the end of the 12-month repayment period. If you’re experiencing strong sales, then you have the option to repay your loan early.

Is Shopify Capital a good option for me?

As the business owner, you will be the best person to gauge whether or not a Shopify Capital loan would be best for your business. You know best whether Shopify Capital, or any outside funding, makes sense to help you reach your goals.

Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of Shopify Capital loans to help you determine whether this financing option would meet your business’ needs.

Pros:

  • Flexible payment terms
  • No need for credit checks
  • No extra fees
  • Businesses are pre-qualified for different funding options
  • Competitive rates

Cons:

  • Available only to Shopify users
  • Daily repayments deducted from sales
  • Business loans are only available to select US states

Closing thoughts: What additional options do I have for Shopify financing?

For the cash-flow conscious entreprenuer, few external capital options exist that can immediately increase your effective budget and working capital without adding debt like Kickfurther can. Funding through Kickfurther can help both fund new inventory (likely one of your largest expenses) and free up your cash on hand to spend on growth, expansion and daily business expenses.

Kickfurther funds up to 100% of your inventory costs on flexible payment terms that you customize and control based on your expected cash flow. With Kickfurther, you can fund your entire order(s) each time you need more inventory and put your existing capital to work growing your business without adding debt or giving up equity. Make no payments until sales revenue lands!

Why Kickfurther?

  • No immediate repayments: You don’t pay back until your new inventory order begins selling. You set your repayment schedule based on what works best for your cash flow.
  • Non-dilutive: Kickfurther doesn’t take equity in exchange for funding.
  • Not a debt: Kickfurther is not a loan, so it does not add debt to your books. Debt financing options can sometimes further constrain your ability to access working capital and can even lower your business’s valuation if you are looking at venture capital or a sale.
  • Quick access: You need capital when your supplier payments are due. Kickfurther can fund your entire order(s) each time you need more inventory.

Kickfurther puts you in control of your business while delivering the costliest asset for most CPG brands. And by funding your largest expense (inventory), you can free up existing capital to grow your business wherever you need it – product development, advertising, adding headcount, etc.

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How does Shopify Capital Financing Work?

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  • Create Your online account Create a business account, upload your business information, and launch your deal
  • Get funded within minutes to hours Once approved, our community funds most deals within a day, often within minutes to hours, so you’ll never miss another growth opportunity.
  • Control your payment schedule We pay your manufacturer to produce inventory. Make the introduction and you’re off and running! Outline your expected sales periods for customized payment terms. At the end of each sales period, submit sales reports and pay consignment profit to backers for each item sold.
  • Complete and repeate Complete your payment schedule and you’re done! Often once the community knows you, you’re likely to get lower rates on your next raise.

Frequently asked questions

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How does Shopify Capital financing work with Kickfurther?

Brands can access funding for new inventory (or can get reimbursed for recently produced goods) from our private marketplace. The marketplace allows brands to access private funding at costs that can improve with each use. Your Shopify Capital funding goes directly to your manufacturer for production of goods and you make no payments until you receive and begin selling new inventory.

What is required to get funding with Kickfurther?

You must sell a shelf-stable consumable or a physical product to get funded on Kickfurther. Your business must be compliant with State and Federal regulations and have an established track record of sales. All businesses are subject to approval by the Kickfurther diligence team.

How can I create a Kickfurther co-op to use for Shopify Capital?

  • The funding application process includes three main steps:
  • Create a business account and add information about your business and product line.
  • Determine your Co-Op structure using the Kickfurther calculator to determine costs, earnings, and payment timeline.
  • Connect Kickfurther to your supplier once approved.

How fast will I get funded?

Once approved and the deal goes live, most deals fund within a day (often within minutes to hours), so you’ll never miss another growth opportunity.