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4. Accounts Receivable and Due to Factor (Details Narrative) - USD ($) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2018 | Dec. 31, 2017
Accounts Receivable And Due To Factor Details Narrative Abstract |  |
Factoring Expense | $ 4,969 | $ 35,993
Net accounts receivable factored during the year | $ 250,000 | $ 1,700,000

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