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May 22, 2014
May 22, 2014
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Financing a solar system can be a challenge since end-users and developers strive to match finance payments to energy savings within a specific term of the loan. For certain projects, an Operating Lease or Tax Lease may be the best solution. The end-user doesn’t get to keep the tax credit […]
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April 27, 2014
April 27, 2014
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There is a little confusion over what “100% financing” actually means. Client and vendors sometimes think it’s financing without any upfront costs to the customer. If this were true then it would be called “no upfront cost financing” but this is not the case. 100% financing actually means that it […]
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April 14, 2014
April 14, 2014
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The question, “are you a direct lender?” pops up from business owners with the idea that being a direct lender is going to get you a better deal. People think “direct” means there are no middle men which will increase the cost of funds. Once you understand the process and […]
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February 10, 2014
February 10, 2014
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For a business, access to capital is the determining factor to whether a business will survive or fail, expand or become stagnant or take advantage of opportunities or let game-changing chances just drift away. This is no exaggeration since statistics clearly show that most businesses fail because they simply run […]
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December 19, 2013
December 19, 2013
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Asset Based Lenders (“ABL Lenders”) look to tangible collateral to support their loans. They are more flexible on cash flow and capital than traditional bank loans and will accept some losses and higher leverage than a bank. Higher rate (non-bank) ABL lenders can even overlook some (but not all) character […]
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November 12, 2013
November 12, 2013
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What is an Operating Lease? It is one which has a fair market value buyout at the end of the term with the option to pay it or return the asset; an FMV buyout can be 15%-20% of the original cost. Finance wisdom has dictated if something becomes obsolete quickly […]
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October 4, 2013
October 4, 2013
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We know business owners who have not financed equipment and simply paid cash only to run short of money 6 months later; the main reason? They didn’t want to hassle with the finance process or felt it was too complicated. Yes, it does require gathering your financial data in some […]
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August 16, 2013
August 16, 2013
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Financing equipment in all markets is currently a bit of a moving target. Hard rules are constantly changing so guidelines are all we can hope for because underwriters are squeezed at the moment. The squeeze on one end for lenders is to minimize bad debt losses by financing to clients […]
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May 30, 2013
May 30, 2013
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Alternative financing has now become a primary option to traditional bank financing. The shifting commercial lending market and past issues has created a need for small and mid size business owners to continue to seek financing through a variety of alternate sources. Following are some trends happening in the alternate […]
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May 15, 2013
May 15, 2013
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When you need something done which requires a specific skill or knowledge, whether it’s in your personal life or business; do you “shotgun” that requirement to as many people as possible or do you consider the alternatives and make one best judgment choice? If you think about it, it depends […]
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May 20, 2011
May 20, 2011
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The great majority of municipalities are working hard on their new fiscal budgets and are ready for another year of serving their public. Nationwide, all of the cities, counties, and various types of districts are facing reduced revenues thus the need to control their expenses and maintain their capital reserves […]
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April 16, 2011
April 16, 2011
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Equipment financing is still the best option when buying equipment for companies and small businesses. It protects the working capital you have in the bank and also protects your bank line from becoming depleted. Why is this so important? The number one reason for businesses, which are less than five […]
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April 6, 2011
April 6, 2011
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Why do some loans or finance applications stall during the underwriting phase? Aren’t underwriters interested in getting projects financed as quickly as possible? Yes and no. When a customer decides that financing their project or piece of equipment is a good alternative to paying cash, several critical things have to […]
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March 26, 2011
March 26, 2011
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Investing in your equipment this year can be a smart move. This is especially true since many business owners and manufacturers have delayed and put-off replacing old equipment the last couple years. There are 2 great reasons to buy now. The first good reason to buy now is Bonus Depreciation. […]
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March 6, 2011
March 6, 2011
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That’s always the first question asked when dealing with financing anything whether it’s your home, a new car, furniture or business equipment and machinery. How much is it going to cost me, of my hard earned dollars, to get what I want or need? Now let’s re-focus it on business […]
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February 25, 2011
February 25, 2011
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CIT Group, a giant small business lender, filed for bankruptcy in 2010 which will cost the taxpayer over $2 billion in bailout funds. CIT’s bankruptcy is the fifth largest in U.S. history, carrying over $71 billion in assets. How are downfalls like this changing the lending-financial markets? First U.S. Finance […]
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February 9, 2011
February 9, 2011
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There are three main types of business equipment finance providers you can turn to: brokers, captive leasing agents, or independent lenders. BROKER – Much like an insurance broker or mortgage broker, an equipment finance broker acts as an intermediary. The broker will take your credit application to the specific lenders […]
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January 19, 2011
January 19, 2011
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This year is off to a good start for most of us. The economy in many markets has had an upbeat tick, which we’re all grateful for but in other areas, including employment rates, it could be better. The goal for all businesses and sales professionals is still to make […]
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December 29, 2010
December 29, 2010
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During a recent meeting with a sales manager, the topic came up of why they would use an equipment finance broker, instead of finding a direct source for their company’s leasing and financing needs. I told them that option was certainly available but offered a few points to carefully consider. […]
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