AR Line or Equipment Sale-Leaseback for Expansion?

The short answer

An AR line draws against eligible invoices; sale-leaseback releases cash from owned equipment while committing to lease payments.

The decision depends on the customer's payment terms, the documents supporting the transaction and the full cost of funding. For purchase orders, funding generally addresses supplier costs before delivery; after accepted delivery, a receivables facility may cover the wait for payment.

A practical way to approach it

Match the financing source to the asset and repayment period, including collateral and covenant effects.

Prepare the underlying contract or purchase order, current financial records and a dated schedule of when cash is needed and when the buyer is expected to pay. Use those facts to compare a funding proposal with your other available options.

What to check before committing

Do not fund a long-lived machine with short-term invoice proceeds without a clear repayment plan.

Ask how fees accrue if payment or shipment is delayed, which records must be verified, and whether existing liens or contract terms limit the transaction. Get the full terms in writing rather than relying on an advertised rate.

Next step for your business

List the specific invoices or confirmed orders involved, their buyer, amount, due date and supporting evidence. Bring that packet to a funding conversation so the answer is based on your transaction rather than a generic estimate. For a tailored review, contact National Invoice Factoring at (929) 658-8087.