There are so many invoice finance products and companies to choose from. A quick search on the internet will reveal hundreds of finance companies all offering similar products and services. Although invoice finance is mainly about getting cash against unpaid invoices there can be a big difference between the many different companies and how they deliver their product. To make sure you get the best factoring or invoice discounting facility for your business it is advisable that you speak with a specialist independent factoring and invoice discounting broker. A good one will know the market better than any accountant and going to your bank for financial advise will be like going to your butcher for open heart surgery.
Without a doubt we would recommend invoice finance over a bank overdraft any day of the week. There are obviously exceptions of course. Invoice finance provides 80% of your unpaid invoices as soon as you have raised your invoice. It provides a flexible approach to your working capital requirements. Obviously this wont work if you are getting cash on delivery or on the point of sale. Uner these circumstances you would need an overdraft facility to provide you with adequate working capital.
Whilst we are still unaware of any finance company that will provides stocking finance on a stand alone basis there is still the odd one or two factoring company that can provide a true stocking facility on the back of an invoice finance facility. By the way if anyone can provide me with details of a finance company that provides stocking finance on a stand alone basis I would love to know.
The ability to raise cash against unpaid invoices is probably a more a necssity than a luxury in the current econimic climate. There are so many invoice finance providers to choose from and it is imperative that you choose the right funding partner for your business. It is no point going with a finance company that provides a headline rate of 90% against unpaid invoices if they are very restrictive on individual credit limits and you only end up with 60% funding. XL Buusiness Finance has over 10 years experience in the factoring and invoice discounting market and can help your business find the most appropriate funding partner.
It is now possible to obtain one off factoring against a single debtor. One finance company has entered the market whereby once you are set up with the finance company you can pick and choose which invoices you factor.
In our opinion most definitely yes! Invoice finance will provide instantaneous cash against your unpaid invoices. The facility within reason will grow with your business and in terms of security it is far less onerous than any bank overdraft facility.
A question that at XL Business Finance we are asked most frequently. Imagine the financial freedom that an invoice finance facility will provide. Up to 90% of unpaid invoices are released by way of a cash injection into your business as and when you raise your invoices. This is a great facility which grows with your business and there are many UK based finance companies offering to help. One search on google will reveal hundreds of factoring companies. Some are bank owned, others are independent and most are still being aggressive in terms of doing deals. How do you know which finance company is best for your particular needs. At XL Business Finance we have 15 years experience of helping and advising our clients.
Invoice Finance is suitable for businesses that supply goods and service to other businesses and provide them with with credit terms for payment. This form of cash flow finance will provide a business with up to 95% of their unpaid invoices immediately with the remainder payable to the business when your customer settles the invoice. Once upon a time Invoice Finance was deemed to be a finance product of last resort however it is fast becoming the number one choice finance product for managing a businesses cash flow.
Invoice Finance is still the fastest growng commercial financial product available. The ability to release cash against unpaid invoices can provide the financial freedom which the traditional banking products so often fails to deliver. The good news is that there are still many finance companies offering invoice finance and as such it is relatively easy to obtain funding. Which finance company is best for you depends on the your particular circumstances. XL Business Finance has experience in organising invoice finance for businesses turning over £70k to big PLC companies with turnover in excess of £30m. We have the expertise and knowledge to help guide you through the manydifferent options and match you with the most appropriate finance company.
Invoice Finance is simply the means of releasing cash against unpaid invoices. Invoice finance takes place in a variety of forms and can include invoice discounting, confidential invoice discounting, factoring, confidential factoring and trade finance. Which ever facility best suits your specific requirements the ability to release additional cash can certainly help a business with their cash flow.
XL Business Finance Ltd is a privately owned and independent business financing company with established links to many of the UK's leading finance houses. XL Business Finance provides a viable alternative to high street banks that lack the flexibility and imagination to provide a solution to most business users requirements. XL Business Finance can provide a full range of business financing solutions and we ensure a high level of customer service and pride ourselves on quick decisions. Our independent status will ensure any offer of funding and asset finance leasing is best suited to our customer’s needs.
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