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Showing posts with label receivables. Show all posts
Showing posts with label receivables. Show all posts

5/9/11

At Last ! New Method To Finance A Business - Canadian Confidential Financing Factoring Receivables


A new thing in business is usually a good thing, it’s usually a welcome thing, and a new spin on that same good thing is of coruse even better.

C I D . What the heck is that you say? It's a little known term in Canadian business financing called confidential invoice discounting. Simply speaking it’s a new way of factoring financing your receivables when you want to finance a business.
Let’s ensure we have a clear understanding of financing factoring in general though, and then we'll show you why C I D is clearly head and shoulders above.

Believe it or not, because we run into them almost every day, there are still many small and medium sized businesses in Canada that aren’t aware of receivable financing . Simply speaking its getting an advance on your billed receivables today, with a fee being charged for the use of the funds until that receivable is collected.

Why would something so simple then be so popular and dramatic when it comes to cash flow and working capital for you business. Simply because as your revenues grow you ability to borrow, lock step in turn with those sales, grows also.

In the U.S. alone billions of dollars (yes that’s billions with a ' B') are financed every year. Slowly, almost too slowly we think, this method of financing is becoming more popular every day - even to the extent that some of the largest firms in Canada employ financing of this type. (If the big boys do it, well it must be right ...?).

We seem to spend a lot of time with clients talking about the ' stigma ' of financing factoring your receivables. That is kind of because receivable finance used to be associated with firms that had financial challenges, so to speak! But let’s get serious, after the 2008-2009 global recession and financial implosion even banks and worlds largest corporations were on their knees to some extent, so don't talk to us about financial challenges..!

There is kind of a second part to the whole ' stigma ' issue, which is simply the core of our subject today. When factoring moved into Canada awhile back it’s not surprise it came from the U.S. and European models. That business model for this type of financing has your financing factoring firm confirming your receivables with your clients.

What's that you say...??You find that a bit ' intrusive '?

Voila! Enter C I D - confidential invoice discounting. Simply speaking you are in charge of your own billing and collecting procedures - but, and it's a big ' but ‘... you still get all the benefits of receivable financing when you choose to finance a business in this manner .

Costs for C I D are essentially the same as ' regular ' factoring... so why wouldnt you opt for this type of Canadian business financing solution.

So what's our bottom line, that’s really what clients are looking for? Simply speaking its that if you are considering a bit of a non traditional approach to financing your Canadian business then investigate factoring financing - and when you do don’t forget to ask about C I D - Confidential invoice discounting finance. Speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business financing advisor who will demonstrate the costs and benefits of Canada's newest kid on the block in business finance.



Stan Prokop - founder of 7 Park Avenue Financial -

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com

Originating business financing for Canadian companies , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing . In business 7 years - has completed in excess of 80 Million $$ of financing for Canadian corporations .Info re: Canadian business financing & contact details :

http://www.parkavenuefinancial.com/financing_factoring_receivables_finance_a_business.html

At Last ! New Method To Finance A Business - Canadian Confidential Financing Factoring Receivables


A new thing in business is usually a good thing, it’s usually a welcome thing, and a new spin on that same good thing is of coruse even better.

C I D . What the heck is that you say? It's a little known term in Canadian business financing called confidential invoice discounting. Simply speaking it’s a new way of factoring financing your receivables when you want to finance a business.
Let’s ensure we have a clear understanding of financing factoring in general though, and then we'll show you why C I D is clearly head and shoulders above.

Believe it or not, because we run into them almost every day, there are still many small and medium sized businesses in Canada that aren’t aware of receivable financing . Simply speaking its getting an advance on your billed receivables today, with a fee being charged for the use of the funds until that receivable is collected.

Why would something so simple then be so popular and dramatic when it comes to cash flow and working capital for you business. Simply because as your revenues grow you ability to borrow, lock step in turn with those sales, grows also.

In the U.S. alone billions of dollars (yes that’s billions with a ' B') are financed every year. Slowly, almost too slowly we think, this method of financing is becoming more popular every day - even to the extent that some of the largest firms in Canada employ financing of this type. (If the big boys do it, well it must be right ...?).

We seem to spend a lot of time with clients talking about the ' stigma ' of financing factoring your receivables. That is kind of because receivable finance used to be associated with firms that had financial challenges, so to speak! But let’s get serious, after the 2008-2009 global recession and financial implosion even banks and worlds largest corporations were on their knees to some extent, so don't talk to us about financial challenges..!

There is kind of a second part to the whole ' stigma ' issue, which is simply the core of our subject today. When factoring moved into Canada awhile back it’s not surprise it came from the U.S. and European models. That business model for this type of financing has your financing factoring firm confirming your receivables with your clients.

What's that you say...??You find that a bit ' intrusive '?

Voila! Enter C I D - confidential invoice discounting. Simply speaking you are in charge of your own billing and collecting procedures - but, and it's a big ' but ‘... you still get all the benefits of receivable financing when you choose to finance a business in this manner .

Costs for C I D are essentially the same as ' regular ' factoring... so why wouldnt you opt for this type of Canadian business financing solution.

So what's our bottom line, that’s really what clients are looking for? Simply speaking its that if you are considering a bit of a non traditional approach to financing your Canadian business then investigate factoring financing - and when you do don’t forget to ask about C I D - Confidential invoice discounting finance. Speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business financing advisor who will demonstrate the costs and benefits of Canada's newest kid on the block in business finance.




Stan Prokop - founder of 7 Park Avenue Financial -

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com

Originating business financing for Canadian companies , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing . In business 7 years - has completed in excess of 80 Million $$ of financing for Canadian corporations .Info re: Canadian business financing & contact details :

http://www.parkavenuefinancial.com/financing_factoring_receivables_finance_a_business.html

4/25/11

Pick The Best Canadian Receivables Factoring and Financing ! Cost and Rates Of Invoice Finance



We encountered a great term the other day when it comes to business financing - the term was ' expansionary finance ‘. Is it just us or does this term seem to perfectly cover off factoring and receivables financing.

Often though three key issues come up when Canadian business owners and financial managers consider this type of financing. What are those 3 issues ?They are the total cost of this type of financing, the rates associated with this facility, and probably most importantly what type of firm offers the best facility to match your company's own specific needs .

Let's learn and cover off those issues, which will allow you to get more comfortable we think with this type of Canadian business financing.

So, why should you even be considering receivables factoring? Simply because it has become a common way for Canadian business to cash flow their accounts receivable and generate working capital based on your own policy of extending credit terms to your customers.

And, as most business owners know, sales does not equal cash flow and when business financing of your A/R is not available from your bank a logical place to turn to is to an independent finance firm that offers invoice financing.

But, what does this type of financing cost, and who offers it, and an even better question... ‘How do you pick the best factoring partner?

In Canada the financing and factoring of A/R varies widely. As a general rule we can say the cost is between 1-3% per month based on the size of the facility, your overall financial condition, and most importantly, whether you have sought out and picked the finance firm that best suits your needs.

Let’s clarify our comment on your overall financial condition. Receivable financing places much less emphasis on your firms overall financial health - in fact a huge amount of Canadian firms that utilize this type of financing are in stages of turn around, high growth, experiencing temporary financial losses, etc . So don’t despair that your firm isn’t eligible. But, as we said, your client base, the size of your A/R portfolio on a monthly basis and some other factors will dictate your overall pricing.

Frankly the best costs in factoring finance in Canada start to be achieved when your monthly financing capability for A/R is greater than 250k. Is there a ceiling on the amount of facility? Absolutely not, and facilities that go into the several millions of dollars on a monthly basis happen everyday in Canada.

Clients often ask our favorite most recommended type of facility. That’s a simple one - its called C I D - which stands for confidential invoice discounting, allowing you to be in total control of billing and collecting your own a/r without any notification to clients that comes with the U.S. and U.K.versions of a/r finance .

Remember also that when you are addressing the always top of the list issue with firms such as yourself, ' Cost ' that you need to factor in things you might never have thought about. They include your ability to grow your business and generate more profits simply because you now have the capital to do so, albeit at a higher cost. And couldn’t you offset some of the cost of factoring by taking discounts with your own suppliers (and improving relations with them along the way!), as well as purchasing more effectively with your new found working capital?


So , in summary , if you need a financing partner when you are considering a receivable management and financing solution seek out and speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business financing advisor who will ensure your cost and partnership with your factoring firm is focused on a mutually beneficial relationship for financing success .




Stan Prokop - founder of 7 Park Avenue Financial -
http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com

Originating business financing for Canadian companies , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing . In business 7 years - has completed in excess of 50 Million $$ of financing for Canadian corporations .Info re: Canadian business financing & contact details :

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com/factoring_receivables_invoice_rates_cost_financing.html

3/21/11

Canadian Business To Business Factoring Stripped Down – Receivables Cash Flow For Your Accounts


What's our goal here ? It's to explain the art, and science of business to business factoring so your firm can understand the benefits, costs, and ' how to ' of receivables financing for your commercial accounts . (Commercial, because in general consumer receivables can’t be financed in this manner - see .. you have learned something already!).

So where are you in the pack? We think we know already, you are either growing quickly, or running into all sorts of obstacles when it comes to cash flow and working capital financing. Is it possible to actually finally manage that situation successfully? One of a number of possible answers is the cash flowing of your receivables - which can be facilitated by the way on a one of, periodic, or on going full time basis. Bottom line, your firm has options.

So what does business use receivables factoring for ? - its pretty obvious - the general day to day business obligations you have with suppliers re your payables, any loan or lease payments you need to make, admin and salaries, etc.

The reality, (hopefully) is that your ongoing working capital needs fluctuate, and that you are not in constant crisis mode. We are the first to admin that with the recent recession every small and medium sized business in Canada probably felt, to some degree, a tightening of business credit. Suffice to say they looked for alternate or new innovative solutions for business financing.

One of these solutions is business to business factoring, which is the sale of your receivables for cash. It sounds so simply, that’s why we are hoping to convey the ' stripped down' explanation of this type of financing, while at the same time warning clients where some of the complexity and risk lies.

Receivables, your commercial accounts tended historically to be paid in commercial environments in 30 days - these days 60 and 90 days are common occurrences. Your ability to smooth out the cash flow ultimately will reflect in your overall business financing success.

Let's focus in on our core asset, your A/R. Go to any balance sheet and receivables will make up a very large portion of your ' most near liquid ' asset. Your ability to monetize that asset on an ongoing basis creates working capital.

Business owners need to consider that their ability to monetize cash through receivables factoring in essence can become a competitive tool, allowing you to penetrate markets, and generate more sales and profits at the expense of your creditors.

Business to business factoring has been around for 100 years, if not more. Why is it more popular today? The simple ' stripped down ‘reason it is easier to obtain than bank credit, and can often be fully functional in your company within a couple weeks.

Why do business owners like and utilize A/R financing? - simply because it has limited focus on personal covenants of the owners, other asset collateral is not required, and under the right circumstances your customers and suppliers aren’t even aware of how your firm has suddenly become flush with cash .

So that’s all the upside, is there any downside? Only if you don't know what you are doing !You need to focus on what types of business to business factoring is out there, what are the costs ( they vary from 1-3%/month) and if your receivables partner has the flexibility and straight forward processes to accommodate your day to day activity . Speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business financing advisor to ensure our ' stripped down ‘version of business factoring meets your business and cash flow goals.

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Stan Prokop - founder of 7 Park Avenue Financial -

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com

Originating business financing for Canadian companies , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing . In business 7 years - has completed in excess of 50 Million $$ of financing for Canadian corporations .Info re: Canadian business financing & contact details :

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com/business_to_business_factoring__receivables.html