Banks UK 06-08-2008 Firms bypass banks in search for loans Factors, invoice discounters and asset-based lending specialists all report an increase in inquiries from firms seeking alternative sources of cash to the banks. Factors, invoice discounters and asset-based lending specialists… Sign in or Upgrade to Continue Reading This news article is over 10 days old. Subscribe today to access all articles with an annual subscription. Become a member Learn more Already a subscriber? Log in here