Invoice Factoring Blog

Make sure that you invoice your customers in a timely fashion, because the faster you send out an invoices, the sooner you're likely to be paid by that customer. And if you have invoices due in 60 or 90 days, think seriously about using factoring to improve your cash flow. more »

The economic downturn has caused many businesses to cut back in the area of spending altogether, which may not be in their best interest. Investments such as marketing, when done right, will generate more business for your company than simply purchasing a new computer or car. But if your clients are not paying your invoices on time, you will not be able to generate the cash flow required to grow your business. In order to grow your business, factoring invoices that are 30-60 or 90 days out, will help you get these funds in earlier. more »

The news on the credit market remains bleak, according to a Wall Street Journal report ($) today, stating that bank lending in the U.S. saw its sharpest drop since 1942. Increasing bank lending is key to the Obama administration's goal to help small busi… more »

Small business is a stimulus for new jobs in a struggling economy and this commitment to small businesses will be measured carefully over the next five years, along with job loss statistics.Smart small business owners are familiar with the strategy of factoring invoices to turn their accounts receivable into fast cash. It’s used as a short-term solution for some, while others have discovered factoring as a long term, or permanent, business funding tactic. Now, the Obama Administration is expanding two lending programs for the owners of small businesses, hoping to create more jobs as part of his strategy for economic recovery. more »

Fundraising can take more time than you think, but raising funds from investors is faster and usually easier because they respond better to a business that’s generating revenue. You must give up some ownership in your company with investors so the longer you can avoid raising the capital from others, the bigger your piece of the pie. That's why factoring invoices once their business is up and running can provide stability. more »