Revenue-Based Financing | DirectLenderMatch

What is it?

DirectLenderMatch classifies Revenue-Based Financing under the financing form “Revenue-share financing.” Its typical use in this directory is: Growth capital repaid as percentage of revenue.

How does it work?

The structure is generally evaluated, supported, or secured using the following basis: Future business revenue. Exact underwriting, eligibility, terms, and availability are provider-specific and can change.

What can it be used for?

Growth capital repaid as percentage of revenue.

What backs or supports it?

Future business revenue.

Why does this structure exist?

This structure provides a defined way to address the financing need described above. The provider, transaction, collateral, and underwriting context determine how the structure is implemented in practice.

Important considerations

Confirm current costs, risks, licensing, eligibility, collateral treatment, recourse, tax consequences, and availability directly with the provider and appropriate professional advisers. DirectLenderMatch does not compare rates or recommend products.

Is this actually a loan?

Financing, not a conventional loan

Workbook classification: Usually no. Financing forms such as leases, purchases, shared equity, advances, and guarantees may solve a funding need without being conventional loans.

Verified lenders or providers

Direct revenue-based finance provider

Lighter Capital

Lighter Capital currently provides non-dilutive growth capital structured around company revenue.

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Last verified: 2026-08-23