Leaving Your Current Factor You need to consider the fees associated with switching before committing to the change. Once you've decided to leave your current factor, you will need to give notice. All factoring companies require written notice to terminate the contract.
To be deductible, factoring fees must meet the IRS criteria of being ordinary and necessary expenses for the business. If the fees are deemed excessive or unnecessary, they may not be fully deductible.
Expense Recognition: The factoring expense, which includes the discount taken by the factoring company and any additional fees, should be recorded as an expense in the income statement. This expense directly affects the net income of the business.
Documents you will have to provide: Factoring application. Articles of Association or registered Amendments to the Articles of Association of your company. Annual report for the previous financial year. Financial report (balance sheet andf profit/loss statement) for the current year (for 3, 6 or 9 months, respectively)
Get a Release Letter: Once all obligations are fulfilled, ask for a release letter from the factoring company. This document should state that you have fulfilled all contractual obligations and that the factoring company has no further claim on your invoices or receivables.
Writing--or hiring an attorney to write--a contract cancellation letter is the safest way to go. Even if the contract allows for a verbal termination notice, a notice in writing provides solid evidence of your decision, and it's always a good idea to have a written record.
Invoice factoring can be a good option for business-to-business companies that need fast access to capital. It can also be a good choice for those who can't qualify for more traditional financing.