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AI in Factoring
Practical Use Cases, Benefits, Legal Risks, and a Risk-Reduction Playbook. Across the last several years, we’ve had a front-row seat to how AI is actually being adopted in alternative commercial finance.
Due Diligence: The Importance of Running a Nationwide Search
We all know that you must use the name of the debtor on your UCC1 verbatim as it appears in the organic record with the state of formation, and you must file the UCC1 in that particular state (or Washington, D.C. for foreign debtors).
7 Reasons Growth Stalls for Factoring Companies
Has your factoring company stopped growing or even started moving backward? It can be alarming, but it’s usually a sign that your business has reached a certain stage of maturity, but is still relying on relationships and processes you’ve outgrown. Below, I’ll walk you through what this looks like in practice and how to address each challenge.
Upcoming Events
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6May
Factoring Essentials Hybrid Training Class
8:00 AM to 4:00 PM CDT
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6May
IFA Annual Conference Registration
5/6/2026 to 5/8/2026 CDT
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27May
Webinar - Factoring Government Receivables
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM PDT
Job Board
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Senior Underwriter - Factoring/Asset Based Lending
We are seeking an experienced Senior Underwriter specializing in Factoring/ABL to join our growing team. This role is critical in evaluating, structuring, and approving credit facilities for small to mid-sized businesses. The ideal candidate will bring deep a knowledge of Factoring with the ability to balance credit risk with business growth objectives.
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Factoring Business Development Officer
SouthStar Capital is seeking an experienced and motivated Factoring Business Development Officer (BDO) to drive growth and expand our presence in designated geographic markets. This individual will be responsible for originating new client relationships, nurturing existing centers of influence (COIs), and promoting SouthStar’s B2B factoring solutions to small and mid-sized businesses nationwide. The ideal candidate is a proven sales professional with strong industry expertise, established networks, and a track record of success in commercial finance, particularly in factoring.
This role offers significant autonomy, access to executive leadership, and the opportunity to shape the future of SouthStar’s factoring practice while contributing directly to the company’s long-term growth. -
Manager, Credit - Advance Partners
Advance Partners, a Paychex-backed financial services firm founded in 1998 and based in Cleveland, OH, empowers staffing agencies with payroll funding, invoice factoring, back office support, and strategic services. Serving 600+ firms with nearly $8 billion annually, they offer flexible capital, compliance expertise, and growth-focused advisory tailored to the talent acquisition industry. For more information visit http://www.advancepartners.com
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Account Executive
This role involves managing client relationships, overseeing daily account activity, coordinating with underwriting and operations, and maintaining strong communication with clients and brokers.
Blog
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AI, Automation, and the Future of Factoring: What Lenders Need to Know
The factoring industry has always been rooted in relationships and real-time decisions. But in recent years, a new player has entered the scene: artificial intelligence (AI). From streamlining onboarding to spotting fraud before it happens, AI and automation are quickly reshaping how factoring companies do business. So what does this mean for the future of factoring? Let's break it down.
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Strengthening the Human Link in Cybersecurity
By: Raghuram Gatamaneni - SVP, Chief Information Security Officer, Triumph In the cybersecurity world, humans are often regarded as the weakest link, a vulnerability that fraudsters are all too eager to exploit.
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How Economic Changes Impact Factoring
In today's fast-paced global economy, businesses face constant shifts that can impact everything from supply chains to consumer demand.








