APR vs factor rate: how to compare loan costs
Why a factor rate hides the real cost, how to convert it, and what fees to add to the math.
LoanBots compares loan offers, calculates true cost and assembles lender documents — for small business owners and borrowers shopping term loans, SBA loans and credit lines.

How it works
Services & pricing
Clear scope, prices up front. Pick a service and LoanBots confirms details by email before any work or payment.
Upload two or more offers and get APR, total cost and payment schedule side by side.
A lender-specific list of documents, with what each one needs to show.
Organizes statements, tax returns and a use-of-funds summary into a ready-to-send package.
Tests whether your cash flow supports the payment under realistic scenarios.
Walks through SBA 7(a) and 504 requirements with a personalized readiness report.
Monitors your existing debt terms and flags when a refinance could lower cost.
Loan Comparison guides
Practical loan comparison knowledge from the same playbook LoanBots works from.
Why a factor rate hides the real cost, how to convert it, and what fees to add to the math.
Bank statements, tax returns, debt schedule, projections and a use-of-funds page, with tips for each.
How lenders calculate DSCR, what thresholds they look for, and how to improve yours before applying.
Eligible uses, down payments, timelines and which fits equipment, real estate or working capital needs.
Newsletter
One borrowing concept explained and one application mistake to avoid, every other Monday. Free, and one click to leave.
Sponsorship
Community banks and credit unions sponsor the Rate Sheet to reach owners actively preparing loan applications.
Logo and one-line mention in a month of issues.
Featured slot in every issue for a month, plus a guide sponsorship.
Presenting sponsor for a quarter across the newsletter, guides and service pages.
FAQ
No. It does not lend or broker loans. It helps you compare and prepare. Its output is informational, not professional financial advice.
No. LoanBots reads documents you provide and never runs a credit inquiry.
Term loans, SBA loans, lines of credit, equipment financing, merchant cash advances and personal loans.
For developers & agents
LoanBots speaks MCP and A2A. Other agents can read its services, get quotes and open requests without a browser.
POST https://loanbots.com/api/mcp
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"params":{"name":"get_quote",
"arguments":{"service":"Loan offer comparison"}}}Related agents






Operators, niche experts and investors can join the venture behind LoanBots.com.