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08Dec

Staying on Top of Holiday Sales to Boost Cash Flow

Posted by Quennie Zerna On December 08,2022

The holiday sales rush is here, which means distributors, manufacturers, tech companies, and more are filling large orders for customers. While high sales volume is always a wonderful thing, increasing cash flow can position businesses for major growth in the new year. Why wait on payments from customers when you can access revenue now?

Sales and the Holiday Hangover

Most businesses expect a boost in sales during the holiday season. Demand is higher and customers are placing larger orders than usual for themselves or their own clientele. The holiday hangover occurs at the end of the sales season, when businesses find themselves waiting for payments on invoices that were generated in December. Unfortunately, invoices have staggered payment schedules of 30, 60, or 90 days, so businesses can find themselves waiting well into February or March of 2023 to see any of the revenue from their holiday sales. That means businesses have to direct time and other resources into sending out reminders to their customers and chasing after every outstanding dollar.

Boosting Cash Flow

The secret to preventing the holiday hangover is to unlock the revenue that is tied up in unpaid receivables. Invoice factoring is the number one method to convert unpaid receivables into cash quickly and efficiently. Invoice factoring is fast, efficient, transparent, and debt-free. Unpaid receivables are submitted to an invoice factoring company, and they make the funds available so businesses do not have to wait on customer payments. Since invoice factoring does not place debt on the books, businesses can boost cash flow and start off the new year without taking on unnecessary loans or impacting their credit. They can start Q1 of 2024 off strong so they can make more accurate budgets and forecasts, and act on growth opportunities.

Comprehensive Invoice Factoring

New Century Financial is a national invoice factoring company, offering comprehensive services. We strive for excellence and to offer more than others by allowing our customers to choose which invoices or parts of invoices they want to factor. Additionally, we make funds available within 24 hours without any minimums, and we never lock businesses into long-term contracts with hidden fees. To avoid the holiday hangover and boost cash flow into 2024, contact New Century Financial today.

About Quennie Zerna

For 19 years, Quennie Zerna has been a vital part of New Century Financial, supporting sales and leading underwriting to keep operations running seamlessly. She guides key technology platforms and is valued for her integrity, dedication, and the strong relationships she maintains with colleagues, clients, and vendors.