Factoring vs. Accounts Receivable Financing: Key Differences Explained

Factoring and accounts receivable financing offer similar benefits—both provide access to immediate cash flow—but they differ significantly in execution and control. Factoring involves selling your outstanding invoices to a factoring company, which buys them at a discount for immediate cash. This can be useful if you need quick cash and are willing to transfer ownership of receivables. Accounts receivable financing, however, allows businesses to borrow against unpaid invoices while maintaining ownership and control.