“Should I Default?” Decision Checklist

Weigh the real costs before skipping your next MCA draft

Since 2022 – 2,000+ Owners Advised

We’ve counseled merchants across retail, tech, and healthcare on default risks and alternatives.

Data Backed Guidance

Our checklist factors proven court outcomes, fee schedules, and lender behaviors from 100+ cases.

Strong Network of MCA Funders

We work directly with funders to adjust payment schedules—most cases close within 2–3 weeks.

What Is the “Should I Default?” Checklist?

A step by step tool that scores financial strain, legal exposure, and negotiation leverage

Defaulting on a merchant cash advance can trigger lawsuits, account freezes, and personal asset grabs. This checklist walks owners through cash‑flow metrics, contract clauses (COJ, PG, cross‑default), and lender history to decide whether to seek relief, restructure, or cease payments. Completing the checklist reduces blind‑spot errors by up to 40 %.

Download the checklist free, or book a 15‑minute review call now.

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Why Guessing Wrong Backfires

Stopping drafts “to see what happens” often hands the lender swift legal victory.

What to Watch Out For

Instant Default Judgments

COJ clauses let lenders win without trial.

Bank Account Freezes

ACH blocks halt all incoming deposits.

Snowballing Fees

Penalties, attorney costs, and interest stack fast.

Personal Guarantee Exposure

Home equity and savings become targets.

How Our Checklist Guides Your Decision

Quantify Cash Flow vs. Drafts

Score whether daily pulls truly outpace revenue or if cuts elsewhere can help.

Rate Legal Risk Factors

We weigh COJs, PGs, and venue clauses to predict enforcement speed.

Assess Negotiation Leverage

Payment history, lender reputation, and hardship proof influence settlement odds.

Recommend Next Actions

Scores above a set threshold trigger restructure or settlement steps—below suggest internal cost fixes first.

4 Step Decision Support Process

Here’s how we convert your MCA payments and put you back in control.

01.
Free Checklist Download

Instant PDF with scoring grid and red‑flag glossary.

01.
Data Entry & Scoring

Input revenue, draft size, contract clauses, and lender behavior.

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15 Minute Expert Review

Optional call to validate scores and map immediate relief options.

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Action Plan Issued

Restructure, settle, refinance, or cost‑cut—matched to your score.

04.
Choose the smartest path—avoid costly surprises

Benefits of Using the Checklist

A structured checklist slashes process errors—studies show written step lists cut mistakes by roughly 30–40 % while keeping work consistent.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I Default?” Decision  FAQs

Five most‑Googled questions owners ask before deciding to default

Default typically triggers a confession of judgment (COJ), allowing the lender to seize funds or assets without trial—often within 48 hours.