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Invoice factoring is a form of asset-based lending. Under typical terms, the invoicing company (the “factor”) purchases your unpaid invoices at a discount and then collects the full amount from your clients. The factor may also pay you a fee for arranging this service, though some businesses opt to retain 100% of the funds collected and pay their own fees instead.
Factoring differs from traditional lending in that it requires no collateral or credit check — only an established business with a history of paying its bills on time is required. The most important aspect for consideration when determining whether invoice factoring is right for you, however, is how it compares to invoice discounting:
Invoice factoring is a way to get cash quickly without having to sell your accounts receivable. It's quick, easy and doesn't require any collateral or long-term commitment. All you have to do is sign the invoice factoring contract, which states that the company will buy your unpaid invoices at 90% of their value.
After signing up with a factoring company, they will immediately advance you the money against your outstanding invoices. You'll then receive payments as soon as they are paid by your customer —no waiting around for payments that may take months!