First American Merchant

• Fast Funding
• High-Risk Small Business Loans
• Large Network of Lenders
• Other Benefits

Fast Funding

First American Merchant works to provide companies with funds as quickly as possible so that they can start their operations without financial worry. The FAM team can actually provide some businesses who qualify funds within 24 hours of completing all required applications. Payments are then automatically held from your credit card transactions which means business owners do not need to worry about fixed monthly payments.

High-Risk Small Business Loans

First American Merchant assists small business owners who are unable to secure financing from traditional lenders for various reasons. The company has no credit history restrictions and only requires up to six months of bank statements proving business income to qualify. The amount a borrower is able to receive highly depends on generated revenue.

Large Network of Lenders

First American Merchant has a network of 315 lenders to help customers get the financing they need. The company can also assist its customers to obtain small business loans from traditional lenders as well. The company has an 80 percent approval rate for business owners unable to qualify for small business loans elsewhere. The company also features educational articles on its website blog to help consumers learn more about small business loans and how to qualify.

Other Benefits

Other benefits of First American Merchant include:

• Fast approval
• Funding within one day
• Flexible financing options
• No collateral required

• Undisclosed Fees and Interest Rates
• Lack of Customer Feedback
• Low Amounts of Capital

Undisclosed Fees and Interest Rates

Interest rates vary by lender and the company does not disclose certain fees that might also apply on its corporate website. It is not clear if the company's network of lenders charge any prepayment penalties, origination fees, or closing costs. This makes it difficult for borrowers to determine whether or not they are getting the best possible deal compared to offers from competing lending marketplaces.

Lack of Customer Feedback

First American Merchant has been in the industry for six years, but there is no feedback regarding its customer service anywhere online. There are no testimonials on its website and the company does not disclose the total amount of funding it has secured for its customers.

Low Amounts of Capital

Small business owners are only able to apply for up to $250,000 in funding, which may not be enough for some business types. Many competing lenders in the marketplace offer up to $1 million or more in small business loans.