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Elucidate the features of factoring. |
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Answer» 1. Maintenance of book – debts : A factor takes the responsibility of maintaining the accounts of debtors of a business institution. 2. Credit coverage : The factor accepts the risk burden of loss of bad debts leaving the seller to concentrate on his core business 3. Cash advances : Around eighty percent of the total amount of accounts receivables is paid, as advance cash to the client. 4. Collection service : Issuing reminders, receiving part payments, collection of cheques from part of the factoring service. 5. Advice to clients : From the past history of debtors, the factor is able to provide advises regarding the credit worthiness of customers, perception of customers about the products of the client, etc. |
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