What is bank factoring? The name, bankfactoring, might suggest that it is the bank that provides factoring services, but this is a simplification. It is not the banks, but actually companies specifically delegated by them to use bank capital, that offer factoring.
Two Types of Factoring There are two main types of factoring - recourse and non-recourse. Recourse factoring is the most common and means that your company must buy back any invoices that the factoring company is unable to collect payment on.
Freight factoring costs are usually calculated as a percentage of the invoice that is charged by the company in return for their services (generally 2% or more).
Recourse factoring is the most common and means that your company must buy back any invoices that the factoring company is unable to collect payment on. You are ultimately responsible for any non-payment. Non-recourse factoring means the factoring company assumes most of the risk of non-payment by your customers.
Recourse is more common than non-recourse factoring. Many factoring companies are weary of non-recourse as it means they are liable for debtor non-payment. Still, there are many advantages to working on a recourse agreement for business owners. For one, advance rates are usually higher.
Factoring Application. Filling out a factoring application is very easy, yet one of the most important requirements for invoice factoring. Accounts Receivable Aging Report. Copy of Articles of Incorporation. Invoices to Factor. Credit-worthy Clients. Business Bank Account. Tax ID Number. Personal Identification.
Average Factoring Rates and Advances in 2024 Average Factoring Rates in 2024 IndustryFactoring RateAdvance Rate General Small Business 1.95% – 4.5% 85% – 95% Retail & Wholesale 1.95% – 4.5% 80% – 95% Construction 3.0% – 6.0% 70% – 80%5 more rows
Recourse factoring is the most common and means that your company must buy back any invoices that the factoring company is unable to collect payment on. You are ultimately responsible for any non-payment. Non-recourse factoring means the factoring company assumes most of the risk of non-payment by your customers.
The factoring company assesses the creditworthiness of the customers and the overall financial stability of the business. Typically, the factoring rates range from 1% to 5% of the invoice value, but they can be higher or lower depending on the specific circumstances.