A factoring company is a business that purchases another company's invoices. Basically, a factoring business utilizes a factoring agent to offer invoice factoring (or accounts receivable factoring) services to companies of a variety of sizes.
Definition: A factoring company is a financial intermediary that purchases a business's accounts receivable (invoices) at a discount.
A factoring agreement involves three key parties: The business selling its outstanding invoices or accounts receivable. The factor, which is the company providing factoring services. The company's client, responsible for making payments directly to the factor for the invoiced amount.
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.
How to Start Factoring: The Process Explained Complete the application process. First, you'll get your account setup. Submit invoices to factor. Now you're approved and ready to send your invoices to the factor. The factor collects from your customers. The factor releases the reserve.