Factoring allows businesses to convert accounts receivable into immediate cash flow. It is not a loan, so there is no debt to repay. By using factoring, businesses can gain additional working capital within 48 hours to a week to purchase more inventory or expand operations. Factoring companies approve clients, monitor their credit limits, and ensure payments on invoices, improving a business's cash flow and financial position. Factoring provides cash flow without additional liabilities and can improve a company's balance sheet.