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Construction funding in Georgia — what to expect.

Georgia construction — particularly in the Atlanta metro growth corridor — has been one of the busiest sub-trades markets in the Southeast since 2024. Contractors use MCAs to bridge AR gaps on commercial projects and fund equipment for residential work.

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Typical funding range

$15,000 – $350,000 — that's the band most construction in Georgia fall into. Deals smaller than $10K are uncommon (the math rarely works for the funder). Deals over $250K typically require stronger profiles or collateral.

What funders look for

  • Most MCA funders treat construction as 'cautious' due to project risk
  • Invoice factoring is often a better fit for GCs with steady AR
  • 12+ months operating typical floor
  • Atlanta-metro contractors often have higher revenue averages, unlocking better terms

What to bring to the application

The faster you can ship these to a funder, the faster you close. Most underwriting decisions for construction in Georgia happen in 2–4 hours once docs are complete.

  • Last 3–6 months business bank statements
  • Recent AR aging report
  • Active Georgia contractor license
  • Driver's license for the majority owner

The math

A typical construction deal in Georgia lands at a factor rate between 1.25 and 1.42. On a $50,000 advance at 1.32, you'd repay $66,000 over 9–12 months — about $260–$305/day in ACH. Our factor rate calculator lets you plug in your own numbers.

Frequently asked questions

How does construction industry classification affect approval?
Funders classify construction sub-trades differently. Roofing, HVAC, and plumbing are typically MCA-friendly because revenue is more frequent and paid faster. GCs with single-project concentration are harder to fund.
Can I use an MCA to buy equipment?
Technically yes, but equipment financing or a CDL truck loan is almost always cheaper. Use MCA for working capital and labor — not for hard-asset purchases.
What's a typical factor rate for Georgia construction?
1.32–1.45 for most sub-trades. GCs with single-customer concentration sit at the high end. Multi-customer trades with regular monthly billing sit at the low end.