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.

