Although invoice factoring has become a bit more apparent in business finance today, misunderstandings, fears and objections are still quite common. Being prepared to hear and address objections or questions is the most professional approach to these encounters. Fortunately, the issues discussed herein are the most common concerns expressed by prospects and from my experience in both commercial and healthcare factoring will arise in almost all presentations or conference calls. … [Read more...]
Archives for 2012
Factoring News, Trainings, Conferences, and Bibby Updates
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Here's a look at the latest factoring news including upcoming trainings, conferences, and updates from Bibby Financial. Factoring Conferences The International Factoring Association (IFA) finished up their 2012 conference April 18-21 in Huntington Beach, CA. If you missed the event keep an eye on the factoring.org website for the the release of the conference cds. They have also announced the IFA 2013 Factoring Conference April 24-27, 2013 at the Fontanebleau Hotel in Miami Beach Florida. Registration will be available mid October. Factoring Trainings There are several factoring trainings still available for 2012 from IFA. One of these, The Small Factors Meeting, is moderated by Jeff Callender President of Dash Point … [Read more...]
New Healthcare Staffing Factoring Niche to Consider: Mental Health Specialists
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I’m sure that many of you are aware that our nation is facing an imminent nurse shortage, and truth be told, there are a lot of cash flow opportunities within the temporary nurse staffing industry. With that said, there are also a lot of factoring brokers … [Read more...]
The Factoring Business Notice of Assignment – Never Fund Without It
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Real life scenario explains why factoring companies require a Notice of Assignment to fund business invoices in this article from Oxygen Funding. A few years ago we had a factoring business prospect referred to us from a broker that was affiliated with our company. The prospect was engaged in the business of logistics, working with several well known automotive companies. His business was growing and he needed cash flow to hire additional employees and take on more jobs. … [Read more...]
Should You Be Marketing For Factoring Business Online?
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Wondering if there is an opportunity to find factoring business online? Consider the average number of times per month someone searches these terms online: • Receivable Financing – 12,100 • Invoice Factoring – 14,800 • What is a Factoring Company? - 18,100 • Factor Company – 27,100 … [Read more...]
Factoring 101: Don’t Make It Difficult
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One thing I love about the factoring industry is that once we remove all the layers of speculation, it really is a straight forward business. People new to the industry, both brokers and companies thinking about using factoring services, have an uncanny ability of making things more difficult than need be. Terms like “hold back,” “reserves,” “advance rate,” and “points” can put people on edge. Add to the fact that just about everyone tries to compare "factoring vs. bank loans" and it is no wonder … [Read more...]
Factoring For the Tortoise and the Hare
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How often have you heard the catch phrases, “Same day funding”, or “Invoices funded in 24 hours or less”? Whether you work in the factoring industry as a direct funder or consultant, we all know that quality customer service is a cornerstone for any company’s long term success. Lately however, it seems that customer service is measured more on speed than any other factor. … [Read more...]
How to Qualify a Factoring Prospect by Asking Three Simple Questions
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It’s a factoring broker’s job to deliver companies with cash flow issues to the appropriate funding source. Although this task sounds easy enough, in reality, it’s not always so simple. Picture this scenario: You have a client in need of cash flow who has been in business for a year, has three large customers and … [Read more...]
Small Business Turns to Alternative Financing
While the demand for small business loans is up, a recent Federal Reserve survey shows the majority of banks are keeping credit tight. This is causing small business owners to turn to alternative financing options. The factoring industry is well-versed in how this need is fueling demand. Two recent articles in CNN Money covered the ongoing small business financing challenges and highlighted one possible solution... Merchant Card Advances … [Read more...]
Getting In the Factoring Business – Part Two
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Three important questions you will want answered before starting a factoring business as a broker, consultant, or funding company. Over the last year I’ve had the privilege and pleasure of writing several articles for Factoring Investor on the topic of how you can get involved in the factoring business. … [Read more...]