What is a Capital Advance?

An equity advance is a financing option designed to provide artists and labels with quick access to funds without the restrictions and processes typical of traditional loans.

What are the benefits of a Capital Advance?

Immediate access to capital for key investments in music career. Simplification of the application process with minimal or no credit checks. Flexibility in terms of amounts and payment conditions. Competitive interest rates in the market. Expert advice and support throughout the process.

What requirements must I meet to obtain a Capital Advance?

For Artist: Demonstration of a solid sales history or growth potential on digital platforms. Have a personal bank account. Be of age. For Labels: Track record of success in the music industry, backed by successful releases. Presentation of a detailed business plan and realistic financial projections. Have a corporate bank account.

How does UMW collect the settlement amount?

UMW applies a fixed percentage (which varies depending on the offer) on your income until settlement is completed. In most cases, once an offer is settled on favorable terms, eligible users will receive new Capital Advance offers immediately.

What is the fee for Capital Advance?

The fee we charge for a Capital Advance is a fixed percentage of the total capital advance amount. Combined, the fee and the principal advance amount are called the settlement amount.

UMW Capital Advances | Funding for Artists & Labels

Release budget ↗

$7.5K

Capital room before the campaign starts

Where artists use it

Launch / support

Music video $2.1K

Ads budget $1.8K

Press assets $900

Money ready before the release moves

UMW Capital helps artists and labels cover the real costs behind a launch: visuals, promotion, sessions, content, touring prep, and rollout expenses.

Built for labels that need movement now, not months of slow banking paperwork.

Catalog Momentum

Streams Sales DSP Roy. Trend Offer

Reviewed around music performance

Instead of treating every artist like a traditional loan case, UMW looks at catalog activity, release history, royalty movement, and growth signals.

No bank-style pressure

Designed for music operators, artists, and independent labels

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Fit Checked

What gives the request more strength

Recent releases Royalty flow DSP activity Clear plan Active catalog Label history

Capital with a music-business view

The review is focused on what actually matters in this industry: your catalog, your momentum, your plan, and how the advance can help the next move happen.

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Keep control Rights

Clear terms Fixed

Settle from income %

Funding without losing the catalog story

The goal is not to take creative control. It is to give the project room to move, while keeping rights, income flow, and long-term catalog value in focus.

Capital Advances Management

Capital Advance

Your Advance of Funds

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Efficient Process

Flexible Offer Structure

No Traditional Credit Check