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Loan against future commissions

Graeme7777
Graeme7777 Posts: 255 Forumite
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Hi,

Is it possible for a business that makes its money from commissions earned to borrow against the commissions earned but not yet received (there is a long time lag between the money being earned and received) to smooth the cash flow of the business?

If so, does one need to approach a specialised lender or will a high street bank typically also be able to help?

Would this be an example of "factoring"?

Thanks

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  • jonesMUFCforever
    jonesMUFCforever Posts: 28,898 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper
    I would think that factoring is the way forward for you provided you are an established business with decent sets of accounts to back up your figures.
  • theartfullodger
    theartfullodger Posts: 15,912 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper
    "Long time lag" seems fertile ground for fraud/the company that owes you money going bust & the Directors running off with the loot:

    Probably just me being suspicious & cynical.

    Cheers & best wishes,


    Lodger
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