Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business. Without positive cash flow, you can't pay your suppliers, cover day-to-day expenses, or invest in growth opportunities.

Effective cash flow management is crucial for the success of your business, enabling you to make informed investment decisions, purchase new machinery, pay for inventory, and ensure you have funds available when needed.

The importance of cash flow management

Managing your cash flow allows you to:

• Make Informed Investments: Ensure you have the funds to invest in new equipment or inventory.
• Cover Daily Expenses: Have the necessary funds to pay for day-to-day operations.
• Increase Revenue: Invest surplus cash to generate additional income.
• Plan for Marketing and Growth: Use extra cash to invest in marketing efforts or take advantage of supplier discounts.
• Maintain Supplier Relationships: Pay suppliers on time to foster positive relationships and protect your business's reputation.

Using credit cards for cash flow management

A strategic way to manage your cash flow is by using your American Express credit card for business expenses. For instance, if your Amex credit card offers up to 55-days interest-free, you can make purchases at the start of your billing cycle and have up to 55 days before you need to pay. This allows you to earn revenue from your investments before any cash outflow.

Example: Imagine you run a coffee cart and plan to attend a large exhibition. By purchasing supplies on your credit card at the beginning of the billing cycle, you won't need to pay for up to 50 days. The exhibition occurs within this period, so you earn income before paying for your supplies. This method helps you manage cash flow by knowing the exact timing of your cash outflows.

How RewardPay can help

RewardPay.co.nz enables businesses to use their American Express card to pay suppliers, taking advantage of the interest-free period to earn income before making payments. This service helps you:

• Optimize Cash Flow: Delay cash outflows while earning revenue.
• Improve Financial Planning: Know the exact timing of your expenses.
• Strengthen Supplier Relationships: Ensure timely payments to suppliers.

By using RewardPay.co.nz for more of your large business expenses with your Amex card, you can effectively manage your cash flow, invest in growth opportunities, and maintain positive relationships with your suppliers. This strategic approach can significantly benefit your business, ensuring long-term success and stability.

Only with RewardPay

In New Zealand, RewardPay is the only company that enables you to use your Amex card to pay more of your everyday suppliers - payments such as your tax, business rent, contractors and other everyday suppliers who don't normally accept American Express payments. You can maximise your Membership Rewards Points and make the most of your business cash flow. Thousands of business owners use RewardPay everyday for their business payments and are reaping the business rewards.

How to make the most of up to 55 days interest free period

Watch the video below to see how the 55 days interest free period works with your Amex card and visit rewardpay.co.nz to sign up and make the most of your points and cash flow opportunities.

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