Funding comparison

Business Line of Credit vs Invoice Factoring

Compare published guidelines for structure, timing, credit profile, and common uses. Final terms depend on underwriting and the specific offer.

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Published product guidelines

These ranges and timing estimates were retained from the legacy Now Biz Fund project. They are not offers or guarantees.

ConsiderationBusiness Line of CreditInvoice Factoring
Range$10K–$250K$10K–$5M
Typical funding speed24–72 hours24–48 hours
FICO guideline600+Revenue-based
Often considered forA reusable cushion for recurring or unpredictable expensesB2B businesses waiting 30–90 days for customer payments
StructureRevolving credit; draw as needed and pay interest on the amount usedAn advance against eligible unpaid business invoices

The short version

Business Line of Credit

A business line of credit provides repeat access to capital for cash-flow gaps and opportunities without a new application for every draw.

  • Draw only what the business needs
  • Available credit can replenish as balances are repaid
  • Well suited to seasonal or uneven cash flow

The short version

Invoice Factoring

Invoice factoring converts eligible B2B receivables into working cash, with underwriting focused heavily on invoice quality and customer credit.

  • Tied to eligible business invoices
  • Customer payment quality is a central consideration
  • Can shorten the gap between invoicing and collection

Decision guide

Which should you consider?

Invoice factoring is purpose-built for eligible B2B receivables; it is not a general-purpose loan. Choose line of credit when the need is broader than outstanding invoices. Compare fees, payment mechanics, recourse, and customer-notification terms before deciding.

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Common questions

Line of credit vs Invoice factoring: practical answers

Which option is usually faster?

Invoice Factoring has the faster published timing guideline here, but document readiness and underwriting determine actual timing.

What credit profile is generally considered?

Business Line of Credit lists 600+; Invoice Factoring lists Revenue-based. These are guidelines, not approval guarantees, and other underwriting factors apply.

How should I compare cost?

Request the total repayment, fees, payment frequency, term, prepayment treatment, and any collateral or guarantee requirements in writing. A rate or factor alone does not show the full cost.

Can a business use both?

Sometimes, if each product serves a distinct need and the combined payments remain affordable. Existing obligations affect underwriting, so disclose them before accepting an offer.