Your Revenue Is Already There We Get It Faster

Fast funding for retailers and restaurants based on card sales. Approved in days — not weeks.
No bank red tape, no waiting.

Max Funding
$ 1 K

24–48h

Typical Approval
Approval Rate
1 %

4.9★

Customer Score
Top Marquee Stats
⚡ Avg Approval 36 Hours
Inventory Funded $2.4M this quarter
Active Retailers 1,200+
Restaurants Funded 800+ locations
Satisfaction Score 4.9 / 5.0
Card Sales Volume $18,400/mo
⚡ Avg Approval 36 Hours
Inventory Funded $2.4M this quarter
Active Retailers 1,200+
Restaurants Funded 800+ locations
Satisfaction Score 4.9 / 5.0
Card Sales Volume $18,400/mo

Retail & Restaurant Businesses Face Unique Challenges

Traditional financing wasn’t built for the rhythm of retail and restaurants. Here’s what gets in the way of growth.

Seasonal Demand Spikes Require Heavy Inventory in Advance

Peak seasons like holidays or back-to-school demand that inventory is stocked weeks before revenue flows in — creating a critical cash gap.

Thin Margins Make Traditional Bank Loans Difficult

Banks require extensive documentation, collateral, and strong credit scores — conditions that many profitable small businesses can’t meet.

Inconsistent Monthly Revenue Can Stall Growth

Revenue fluctuates month to month — a strong October doesn’t guarantee November. Lenders that don’t understand this cycle create added stress.

Sudden Opportunities Require Fast Capital

A chance to expand, take over a lease, or lock in bulk pricing requires capital within days — not months of waiting for bank approval.

How GIP Funding Empowers Your Business

We built funding that works with the rhythm of retail and restaurants — not against it.

Fund Based on Card Sales — Automatic Eligibility

Your POS terminal data is your application. If you process card payments, you already qualify for review — no mountains of paperwork.

Stock Up for Peak Season Without Draining Capital

Secure your holiday inventory, seasonal menu items, or bulk supplier deals — all without tapping your operating reserves.

Quick Approvals — Act Fast on Sudden Opportunities

Typical decisions in 24–48 hours means when a prime location opens or a bulk deal appears, you can move faster than competition.

Repayment Moves With Your Sales Volume

Slower month? Lower repayment. Strong season? Pay down faster. Flexible repayment aligned with how your business actually earns.

Restaurant staff

Funding Performance Metrics

Approval Rate 92%
Avg Time to Fund 36h
Satisfaction Score 4.9%

See If Your Business Qualifies

GIP Funding is purpose-built for card-heavy businesses with real sales volume. Here’s what we look at:

Card-heavy retailers, restaurants, cafes, boutiques, convenience stores, and specialty shops

Card swipe volume of $5,000+/month or equivalent bank deposits showing consistent sales

Minimum 6 months of operating history with verifiable sales records

Inventory, seasonal stock, staffing, expansion, marketing, or working capital needs

Recent merchant statements or bank statements — no extensive financial packages needed

Ready to Check Your Eligibility?

Submit a quick application — takes under 5 minutes, no obligation, and no impact on your credit score to review your options.
* Funding amounts and terms depend on individual business review, sales history, and overall profile. 
All offers are subject to underwriting. Applying does not guarantee approval.
2 min to apply
Business owner holding card

You're Card-Heavy.
You Qualify.

Most card-processing retailers and restaurants already meet our core criteria:

  • You accept credit or debit card payments
  • Monthly card sales exceed $5,000
  • Business has been operating 6+ months
  • You have recent bank or merchant statements
  • No active bankruptcy proceedings
  • US-based business (sole prop, LLC, or corp)
Typical Funding Range

$5,000 — $500,000

Based on card sales volume and business profile

Get Funded in 3 Simple Steps

A streamlined process designed for busy business owners — no complex paperwork, no waiting weeks.

Apply Online

Submit your business details and recent sales data. Takes under 5 minutes with no obligation to proceed.

Review Your Options

Our dashboard shows your funding possibilities based on sales. Review terms and choose what works for your business.

Get Funded

Receive working capital that moves with your revenue. Funds arrive in your account — ready to stock, hire, or grow.

Funding Scenarios for Retailers And Restaurants

$35K

Funded

Clothing Boutique 
Holiday Inventory Surge

A midsize boutique needed to stock 3× normal inventory for the holiday season but couldn’t drain operating capital. GIP funded the order in 48 hours based on prior card volume.

48h

To Fund

$35K

Amount

+210%

Sales Lift

$22K

Funded

Casual Dining — Bulk Food Supply for Peak Season

A family restaurant secured a bulk supplier discount for summer ingredients, locking in pricing before demand drove costs up. Repayment aligned with summer revenue peaks.

36h

To Fund

$22K

Amount

+18%

Cost Saved

$80K

Funded

Specialty Boutique — Opening Second Location

An established boutique found the ideal space for a second location with a 30-day window to sign. GIP funded buildout, fixtures, and initial inventory before the opportunity closed.

72h

To Fund

$80K

Amount

2nd

Location

Business Owners Trust GIP Funding

Secure, Transparent, and Built for Small Business

Every part of the GIP process is designed around clarity, security, and the respect small business owners deserve.

Bank-Level Secure Application

256-bit SSL encryption on all data submissions. Your business information is never sold or shared with third parties.

No Obligation to Accept

Applying is completely free. Review your offer with no pressure — only proceed if the terms work for your business.

Clear Review Process

We walk you through each step of the review. No hidden criteria, no surprise rejections — full visibility throughout.

Transparent Offers

Every offer includes a clear breakdown of the factor rate, total cost, and repayment schedule — before you sign anything.

Security & Compliance Dashboard

✓ SSL Secured ✓ Data Encrypted ✓ FCRA Compliant ✓ No Hard Pull
Application Security 100%
Data Protection 100%
Compliance Score 99.8%
Review Status

Identity Verification

Sales Review

Offer Generation

✓ Complete

✓ Verified

⟳ Processing

All applications are reviewed in compliance with applicable federal and state lending disclosure requirements. GIP Funding is not a bank. Merchant cash advances are not loans.

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Still Have Questions?

Our funding advisors work specifically with retailers and restaurants. Get a personalized answer — usually within the hour.

Mon–Fri 8am–7pm ET · Sat 9am–3pm

Retail & Restaurant Funding FAQs

Common questions from business owners just like you.
How fast can I get funded?
Most applications are reviewed within 24-48 hours. Once approved, funds are typically deposited into your account within 1 business day. For urgent needs like a holiday inventory order or a sudden expansion opportunity, we can often move even faster.
No. Checking your eligibility does not impact your credit score. We review your application using your card sales volume and bank statements rather than a hard credit pull, so you can see your options risk-free before deciding to move forward.
Absolutely. Working capital from GIP Funding can be used for inventory purchases, hiring seasonal staff, marketing campaigns, equipment upgrades, lease deposits, or any other legitimate business expense. There’s no restriction on how you allocate approved funds within your business operations.
None at all. Applying is completely free and reviewing your offer puts you under no obligation to proceed. You’ll see the full terms, factor rate, and repayment schedule upfront, and you only move forward if it makes sense for your business.
Repayment is structured around your sales volume, so it naturally flexes with your business. During slower months your payment adjusts down, and during strong months it adjusts up — so you’re never stuck with a fixed payment that doesn’t match your revenue.
Just your most recent business bank statements or merchant processing statements — typically the last 3-4 months. No tax returns, no lengthy financial packages, and no collateral required to get started