Funding solutions
Funding for 1099 Contractors and Gig Workers
Independent contractors and gig workers can qualify for business funding based on 1099 income and bank deposits rather than traditional business financials. Amounts are usually smaller, but approvals can be fast.
Check your 1099 & Gig Funding options
1099 & Gig Funding may be a good fit if…
- You file 1099 income as a contractor or owner-operator
- You need equipment, a vehicle or working capital
- You do not have formal business financial statements
- You want a fast, simple process
Consider something else if…
- Buying a vehicle or equipment? Equipment financing may cost less. See Equipment Financing
- Have home equity? A HELOC may offer a lower rate. See HELOC for Business
Requirements
What lenders typically look for.
These are common guidelines across our lender network, not hard cutoffs. Your advisor will tell you where you stand.
| Time in business | Often 6+ months of 1099 income |
|---|---|
| Revenue | Consistent deposits |
| Credit | Typically 580+ personal credit |
| Documents | 1099s or bank statements, ID |
How it works
How 1099 & Gig Funding work with WellRounded
Apply
Share your 1099 work, income and what you need.
Verify income
Upload 1099s or bank statements.
Choose
Review and accept an offer.
Fund
Receive funds, often within days.
Costs
How 1099 & Gig Funding are priced.
Pricing reflects your income consistency and credit. Your advisor shows total cost and payment so you can decide whether it is worth it.
‡ Ranges shown are typical and illustrative, not an offer of credit. Final amounts, rates and terms are set by the lender.
Calculator
Estimate your payment.
Estimates for illustration only, not an offer of credit. Your actual rate, term and fees are set by the lender and depend on your business.
Industries that often use 1099 & Gig Funding
Can a sole proprietor get a business loan?
Yes. Many lenders fund sole proprietors and 1099 contractors based on income and deposits.
Do I need an LLC?
Not always. Some products work for sole proprietors using your SSN; others require an EIN or entity.
How much can a gig worker borrow?
Amounts are typically sized to a portion of your recent monthly income.
Is my personal credit checked?
Seeing options does not require a hard pull. Lenders typically review personal credit before final approval.
Ready to explore 1099 & Gig Funding? See your options today.
- Decisions in as little as 24 hours*
- $10K–$5M+ across 10 products
- No hard credit pull to apply
- One dedicated funding advisor