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  1. Alternative Financial Service
  2. Financial Consultant

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At Merchant Direct, we firmly believe in staying true to our core principles of providing honest and reliable service to every merchant we have the pleasure of assisting. We have worked hard to never lose sight of putting our merchants first and helping them reach their financial goals. Our mission is to create strong, long lasting relationships by discovering your needs and providing you with the best solutions and guidance to reach your goals. Our knowledgeable funding specialists are committed to providing you with a clear and easy solution that will bring value to your business. Here at Merchant Direct, we have a time tested, proven model that has provided competitive advantages for our members and neighbors for many years. Our goal is to earn your trust and most importantly your business for a lifetime. Equally important to us is our unwavering commitment to excellence and merchant satisfaction. We strive to make it easy for our merchants to do business with us. We are also committed to excellence in technology and we are constantly expanding our best of breed partnerships with industry technology leaders, allowing us to deliver leading edge value-added services to our merchants. We have worked with thousands of merchants in all types of industries and have found that there are funding options available for every merchant need.


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4.5

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

17 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dan is always so Cain and helpful…

Dan is always so Cain and helpful explained the diferent options that fit your bussiness.

April 17, 2024
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Reply from Merchant Direct

I would say i am more like Abel lol. I am guessing that was supposed to be calm. I appreciate both you and Kim and the continued business and support of my company. We can not do what we do here without great merchants like yourselves. Thank You Mario!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have been working with Dan for…

We have been working with Dan for almost 10 years now and I would not recommend going to anyone else. He has helped our business grow so much in our time working together and could not have gotten here without him.

August 22, 2024
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Reply from Merchant Direct

Wow its been 10 years! Its been a pleasure to work with both you and Travis and we look forward to many more years of working together. We appreciate the kind review and thank you for your loyalty and trust.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been working with Dan of…

I have been working with Dan of Merchant direct for years and have always been very pleased with the outcome. Dan strives for greatness and his very reliable. I recommended a bunch of my entrepreneur friends to them as well. They never disappoint.

July 1, 2024
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Reply from Merchant Direct

It has always been an absolute pleasure to work with you Sharntai. Not only do we have a great working relationship but every time we speak i am reminded of back home. Thank you for your continued faith and trust in me and my company and for the referrals. Nothing is more of a compliment than when someone trust you enough to refer their friends.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We Have been dealing with Dan and Brian…

We Have been dealing with Dan and Brian for many years now. They really make the process extremely easy for us. Very professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend them!

August 8, 2024
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Reply from Merchant Direct

Bob, We aim to please and its been great to have you as a valued merchant on our funding platform. Lets continue this year strong and look to a prosperous future together! Thank you for the kind review my friend.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very honest and upfront

Very honest and upfront. They were not able to get me the loan I was hoping for this time, but they have funded us twice in the past and it was quick, upfront and efficient.

August 1, 2024
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Reply from Merchant Direct

We appreciate the candid and kind review. We are always striving to provide the best lending options for our clients and we will continue to research and bring forth new products so we can help both you and others reach their business capital and growth goals.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always came through in my times of…

Always came through in my times of need. Dan provided direction and advice and explained the process. San Diego was hit hard during covid and post-covid he helped keep my construction company doors open.

November 20, 2023
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Reply from Merchant Direct

Thank you Ruben for your kind review. It has been an absolute pleasure to serve both you and SLC. You and mom have been more than just clients, you are family and we look forward to being able to continue to help you guys grow in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have worked with Dan Fiori for years.

I have worked with Dan Fiori for years.

August 9, 2024
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Reply from Merchant Direct

Aaron, We appreciate your continued trust and business and it has been an absolute pleasure to work with you and Dad! Keep up the good work my friend.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast and friendly

Fast and friendly. Dan is fantastic to work with. Great communication. They care about your business and stay in touch for future needs. I have been with them for many years and they have helped me and my wife with multiple business ventures.
It has been a pleasure to work with such an honest company.

December 28, 2023
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Reply from Merchant Direct

Brett, The pleasure has been all ours. Working with you and your family has been wonderful and we look forward to continuing to help You and your businesses grow. Thank You!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Merchant Direct is our strategic partner

My company has worked with Merchant Direct for over five years . When I was first introduced to Dan Fiore at Merchant Direct, I was only looking for a source of merchant capital advance funding. I selected Merchant Direct and can say that I made the right choice because it provides funding and much more. At the beginning, the Merchant Direct team first reviewed my company and developed a program that fit our funding requirements. Next, Merchant Direct evaluated funding sources and developed a program that best fit our situation and long range plans. As the program moved forward, Merchant Direct continued actively working with us to manage and adapt the program in response to our business growth and changing circumstances. I believe that Merchant Direct is unique in its collaborative and consistent involvement with our business. In many ways I consider Merchant Direct to be a strategic partner who helps facilitate our growth and success. This is why I highly recommend Merchant Direct and continue to rely on its services as we move forward. together.

August 13, 2024
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Reply from Merchant Direct

Russ, you have been more than just a business relationship but have become a friend to us. Thank you so much for the amazing review. We look forward to years of business revenue growth and friendship together.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer Service

Customer Service - individual attention - an understanding of this type of loan business - to help the layperson understand, to be empathetic - be respectful - its important to understand the needs of the small and large businesses and is always available when needed. the date below does not reflect all the years we have had a relationship.

August 13, 2024
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Reply from Merchant Direct

Olivia, You have been a valued client and friend/family member to our team here at Merchant Direct. It has been an honor and pleasure to get to know you and your family and to continue help provide the capital you guys need to help grow your company and to reach new heights.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good to work with

Due to the situation at the time, it was very difficult to get funding. Merchant Direct took a chance, believed in me and funded what I needed. On one occasion I could not make the weekly payment, I asked and they allowed me to skip a week. I was able to stay on schedule after that hiccup, and paid them off. They were good to work with.

February 15, 2024
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Reply from Merchant Direct

Thank you Dan! We strive to provide the best service and customer experience we can. We are glad we have had the opportunity to work with you and look forward to working with you again in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They ALWAYS take care of my needs in a…

They ALWAYS take care of my needs in a timely manner no hassle

I’m a lifetime customer

March 13, 2024
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Reply from Merchant Direct

Justin, it has been a pleasure to work with you all these years and we look forward to our continued success together. Thank you for your kind review.

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