About Porter Freight Funding:
Freight Factoring for Trucking Companies Nationwide
How Freight Factoring Works
Step 1
Deliver your load
Step 2
Submit your invoice
Step 3
Get paid within 24 hours
About Us
Founded in 2011 as part of Porter Capital’s continued expansion into transportation finance, Porter Freight Funding builds on more than 35 years in business and a legacy of relationship-driven working capital solutions. Since 1991, Porter Capital has funded over $15 billion in invoices, earning a 4.8-star Google rating and the trust of businesses nationwide.
Porter Freight Funding provides freight factoring solutions to owner-operators, small fleets, and large trucking companies across the United States. Beyond fast, reliable funding, we support carriers with fuel cards featuring advances and discounts, compliance assistance, and dedicated account support designed to keep cash flow steady and operations moving.
Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Porter Freight Funding operates offices in Hartselle, Alabama; Dallas, Texas; Madison, South Dakota; and Farmington, New York. Our experienced team brings decades of transportation finance expertise, delivering responsive service and solutions built specifically for the trucking industry.
- 100+ years of combined experience
- Same-day funding and transparent rates
- Serving trucking companies nationwide
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Freight Factoring FAQs for Trucking Companies
What is freight factoring for trucking companies?
Freight factoring is a financing solution that allows trucking companies to sell their unpaid invoices to a factoring company in exchange for immediate cash. Instead of waiting 30–45 days for brokers or shippers to pay, carriers can access funds quickly to cover fuel, payroll, maintenance, and other operating expenses.
How fast does Porter Freight Funding pay?
Porter Freight Funding offers fast funding, often providing same-day or next-day payments after invoices are submitted and approved. With solutions like Porter Wallet, carriers can access advances even faster, including 24/7 access to funds.
Who can use freight factoring?
Freight factoring is designed for owner-operators, small trucking companies, and large fleets that want to improve cash flow and reduce administrative work. It is especially useful for carriers working with brokers or shippers that have longer payment terms.
Is factoring better than quick pay?
Factoring is often more consistent and cost-effective than quick pay. While quick pay is limited to specific brokers and can take several days, factoring works across approved customers and provides faster, more predictable access to cash with less administrative hassle.