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Is it risky for a factoring company to purchase past-due invoices?
Answered By Editor
Collecting payment on past-due invoices is
generally not considered a big risk for
factoring companies. These kinds of
companies are equipped for collections and
past-due funds. It is their business, and
they know their margins very well. Thus,
purchasing past-due invoices is not really an
issue for them.
With that said, since they do know their
anticipated profit margins, they will
generally pay more for newer invoices. Older
past-due balances are considered a greater
risk, since there is a greater chance the
customer will default on the invoice. Thus,
the factoring company will pay less for older
invoices.
In fact, while most companies pursue
invoice factoring as a means to increase
their cash flow, some companies complete
invoice factoring deals in order to avoid the
risks associated with waiting for invoice
payment. The factoring company is well aware
of these risks.
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