P.O. Financing

Step By Step Capitals P.O Financing:

  • Targeted funding for small and medium-sized businesses to fulfill large customer orders without depleting working capital.

  • Covers upfront costs for materials, production, or shipping when cash reserves are insufficient.

  • Ideal for manufacturing, wholesale, and e-commerce sectors, especially startups or seasonal businesses with demand spikes.

    Key Features:

    • Advances 70–100% of the purchase order’s cost, based on verified POs from creditworthy clients.

    • Competitive rates: 2–6% of invoice value, depending on buyer’s credit quality and order size.

    • Often non-recourse: Step By Step Capital assumes risk of non-payment from the end customer.

    • Funds disbursed within 24–72 hours of approval.

    Purpose:

    • Bridges the gap between receiving a purchase order and fulfilling it.

    • Enables businesses to scale operations and meet large orders without financial strain.

    • Preserves cash reserves for other operational needs.

    Eligibility:

    • Based primarily on the creditworthiness of the customer issuing the PO, not the borrower’s personal credit history.

    • Minimum order value: $10,000; supports deals up to multimillion dollars.

    • Requires verifiable POs without return clauses and reliable, capable suppliers.

    • Ideal profit margins on orders: 15–20% or higher.

    Application Process:

    • Starts with online submission of the PO, supplier quotes, and basic business details.

    • Pre-qualification assesses PO feasibility and profit margins.

    • Upon approval, funds are disbursed directly to approved suppliers via wire or ACH.

    • Includes real-time portal access for tracking production and shipment milestones.

    • Transitions to invoice factoring post-delivery, with remaining balance (minus fees) paid after customer settles (within 30–90 days).

    Benefits:

    • Converts potential orders into revenue streams without equity dilution or high-interest debt.

    • Enhances supplier and customer relationships through reliable order fulfillment.

    • Transparent fees and no long-term commitments for cost predictability.

    • Flexible scaling for recurring orders, supporting sustained growth.

    • Often yields higher profit margins compared to declining orders or using costly credit.

    Strategic Advantages:

    • Enables businesses to seize large opportunities without cash flow constraints.

    • Hands-off coordination by Step By Step Capital minimizes administrative burdens.

    • Acts as a catalyst for growth, transforming POs into competitive advantages in fast-paced markets.