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"Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business. Without it, even the most promising venture will struggle to survive." — Richard Branson
CASH BASED LENDING AND BUSINESS CASH FLOW
Table of Contents
Cash Based Lending and Business Cash Flow
Current Assets as “Cash Pigs”
Understanding the Cash Flow Statement
Turning Your Business into a Cash Cow
Financing and Managing Current Assets
Accounts Receivable and Client Relationships
Key Cash Flow Metrics: DSO and Inventory Turns
The Business Operating Cycle
Managing Payables for Cash Flow
Canadian Business Financing Options
Key Takeaways
Conclusion
Frequently Asked Questions
Business cash flow in Canada raises many questions for owners. What could pigs, cows, and farm analogies possibly have to do with financing? At 7 Park Avenue Financial, we hear this often—and the answer matters.
Cash flow lending starts with understanding how cash truly moves through your business. Once you see it clearly, the analogies make perfect sense.
When Banks Say No to Your Business Cash Flow
Your business generates strong monthly revenue, but traditional lenders reject your loan application because you don't own property or heavy equipment. Meanwhile, opportunities slip away—you can't stock inventory for peak season, hire needed staff, or take on larger contracts. Cash based lending solves this frustration by evaluating what matters most: your actual cash flow and revenue performance, not just your asset holdings.
3 Uncommon Takes on Cash Based Lending
Cash flow is a more honest predictor than assets: Traditional collateral tells lenders what you owned yesterday; your cash flow reveals whether customers actually value what you're selling today. A struggling manufacturer with $2 million in equipment might be a worse credit risk than a thriving consulting firm with nothing but laptops and expertise.
Seasonal businesses get penalized twice: Banks already mistrust seasonal revenue patterns, then compound the problem by demanding assets that seasonal businesses typically don't accumulate. Cash based lending recognizes that predictable seasonality isn't the same as business failure—it's just a different revenue pattern.
Service businesses built the modern economy but can't get traditional loans: Canada's economy increasingly runs on knowledge work, professional services, and digital businesses that generate substantial revenue without accumulating traditional collateral. Cash based lending finally catches financing up to how modern businesses actually operate.
CURRENT ASSETS AS “CASH PIGS”
Current assets such as accounts receivable, inventory, and prepaid expenses consume cash. These assets behave like “cash pigs” when they are not managed properly. Left unchecked, they restrict liquidity and stall positive cash flow.
Poor working capital management prevents growth, even in profitable companies. Cash based lending helps unlock trapped cash from these assets.
UNDERSTANDING THE CASH FLOW STATEMENT
Financial statements reveal liquidity and solvency issues. The cash flow statement—often ignored—shows operating, investing, and financing cash flows. It provides a clear picture of where cash comes from and where it goes.
This statement explains why profit does not equal cash flow. It is essential for cash based lending decisions.
TURN YOUR BUSINESS INTO A CASH COW WITH 7 PARK AVENUE FINANCIAL
When current assets are managed properly, your business becomes a “cash cow.” Cash flow from operating activities shows money collected from customers minus operating expenses. These inflows and outflows determine eligibility for cash based lending solutions.
Strong operating cash flow signals financial health. It also improves financing terms.
MANAGE AND FINANCE CURRENT ASSETS STRATEGICALLY
Canadian business owners are often praised for growing assets. Growth is positive, but uncontrolled asset accumulation can damage cash flow. The solution lies in better asset management and proper financing.
Key actions include:
Reducing days sales outstanding (DSO)
Improving inventory turnover
Financing assets to maximize working capital
Managing accounts payable also improves liquidity. Large companies do this exceptionally well.
FINANCIAL STATEMENT INTERPRETATION MATTERS
Reading financial statements is not enough. Owners must interpret them correctly to improve cash flow. We help clients understand what their numbers truly mean.
Harvard Business Review highlights the importance of distinguishing net income from operating cash flow. This distinction is critical for cash based lending.
THE FINE LINE BETWEEN COLLECTIONS AND CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS
Many owners fear that enforcing payment terms will damage customer relationships. Large corporations do not share this concern. They invest heavily in systems and staff to protect cash flow.
Consistent collections create stability. Stability supports growth and financing.
KNOW YOUR METRICS: DSO MATTERS
Days Sales Outstanding, inventory turns, and working capital metrics drive cash performance. These metrics often influence executive compensation at large firms. There is a reason for that focus.
Cash discipline fuels scalability. The same principles apply to small businesses.
THE BUSINESS OPERATING CYCLE
Inventory-heavy businesses experience long cash cycles. Inventory may take months to convert into cash. Until then, cash remains tied up.
Payables offset this cycle when managed properly. Large companies delay payments strategically to preserve liquidity.
CANADIAN BUSINESS FINANCING OPTIONS FROM 7 PARK AVENUE FINANCIAL
Working capital solutions vary by business need. Some are short term, while others support long-term growth. Matching financing to asset life is essential.
Common cash based lending solutions include:
Accounts receivable financing
Inventory loans
Bank lines of credit and term loans
Purchase order Financing
Non-bank asset-based lending - Asset based loans
SR&ED tax credit financing
Equipment and capital asset financing
Working capital loans / Cash flow based loans
Short term working capital Cash flow loans
Royalty financing
Canada Small Business Financing Program
Case Study: Cash Based Lending for a Manufacturing Distributor
Company: ABC Company, Ontario
Industry: Industrial Supply Distribution
Challenge:
ABC Company generated $2.5 million in annual revenue with consistent monthly sales but lacked traditional bank collateral. A supplier offered a 20% discount on a $150,000 bulk inventory purchase, requiring immediate payment. Bank financing timelines made the opportunity unattainable.
Solution:
Through 7 Park Avenue Financial, ABC accessed cash based lending based on consistent deposits and strong accounts receivable. Within 72 hours, the company secured $175,000 without pledging inventory or equipment.
Results:
ABC captured the 20% supplier discount, saving $30,000 upfront. Increased inventory enabled an additional $85,000 in peak-season revenue. Flexible repayment tied to daily deposits supported cash flow, leading to improved financing terms within six months.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Cash flow analysis explains how a business generates and uses cash
Profitability does not guarantee positive cash flow
Fast-growing companies can be profitable while burning cash
Understanding cash outflows strengthens financial control
Alternatives to cash flow loans include factoring and government-backed programs
Eligibility for cash based lending depends on business age, size, and guarantees
CONCLUSION
Managing current assets is like driving a vehicle while monitoring the dashboard. Ignore the signals, and a crash becomes inevitable. When cash pigs dominate, liquidity disappears.
7 Park Avenue Financial helps Canadian businesses turn cash pigs into cash cows. Our cash based lending solutions support sustainable growth and stronger working capital.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are the main advantages of cash based lending for growing businesses?
Cash based lending provides fast access to capital without pledging equipment or inventory. Approvals are based on current revenue performance rather than historical balance sheets, allowing businesses to fund growth while retaining full asset ownership.
How does cash based lending support businesses with seasonal revenue?
Cash based lending accommodates predictable seasonality by evaluating annual revenue patterns instead of fixed monthly consistency. Some structures offer variable payments that adjust with cash flow, easing pressure during slower periods.
Can cash based lending help businesses act on time-sensitive opportunities?
Yes. Faster approvals and funding enable businesses to seize opportunities such as discounted inventory purchases, new contracts requiring upfront costs, or hiring ahead of competitors—opportunities traditional bank timelines often miss.
How is cash based lending more flexible than traditional term loans?
Cash flow based financing offers fewer restrictions on how funds are used, faster approvals, no asset collateral requirements, and often no prepayment penalties. Many programs allow additional funding as revenue grows without a full reapplication.
Why does cash based lending work for businesses declined by banks?
Cash based lending focuses on real operating performance and the business's financial health —revenue consistency, customer payment behavior, and cash flow—rather than credit scores or asset ownership, making it accessible to profitable businesses with good projected future cash flows overlooked by traditional lenders.
What strategies accelerate business cash flow?
Businesses who want to generate consistent cash flow can improve collections and offer early payment discounts. Faster inventory turnover also improves liquidity. In some cases, dividend payments should be reduced.
Capital assets should be financed with long-term solutions. Poor matching of cash uses often causes negative cash flow.
What are cash flow loans?
Cash flow loans, also called working capital loans, fund operations and growth. They are useful when lines of credit are fully utilized. Asset-light businesses often rely on these solutions.
Lenders assess historical and current cash flow. Terms may be short or long, with flexible repayment options.
What is the purpose of cash flow analysis?
Cash flow analysis shows how money moves through a business. It highlights sources and uses of cash. This insight improves planning and profitability.
The cash flow statement adjusts net income for working capital changes. It explains the difference between accounting profit and real cash.
Statistics on Cash Based Lending
Approximately 40% of small businesses experience cash flow problems, with many unable to secure traditional bank financing (CFIB)
Alternative lending in Canada grew by 23% annually between 2019-2023, with cash flow-based products representing significant growth
Service-sector businesses comprise 78% of Canadian GDP but receive only 45% of traditional bank lending
Average approval time for cash based lending is 2-4 days versus 3-8 weeks for traditional bank loans
Businesses using revenue-based financing report 30% faster growth rates than those relying solely on traditional banking
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