Overadvance

Funding above what the eligible formula supports.

Why it matters

An overadvance creates an immediate obligation to repay the excess. Factors may reduce future advances until the overadvance is resolved.

Related terms

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Related reading

Sources

  • International Factoring Association - International Factoring Association. Accessed 2026-05-19. Industry association source for factoring terminology and industry context.
  • Secured Finance Network - Secured Finance Network. Accessed 2026-05-19. Industry education source for secured finance and asset-based lending context.
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