Equipment Finance
Equipment finance turns hard assets into borrowing capacity. Whether you need a CNC machine, a fleet of trucks, or a surgical robot, the right structure depends on how long you need the equipment and whether you want to own it.
A lease that transfers ownership at the end of the term, usually via a $1 buyout option. The equipment appears on your balance sheet as an asset, and you depreciate it. Monthly payments cover the full cost of the equipment plus interest. Best for: equipment you intend to keep long-term — CNC machines, production lines, permanent fleet vehicles.
A true rental — the lessor owns the equipment and you return it at lease end. Payments are treated as an operating expense (off-balance-sheet for many companies). Lower monthly payments than a capital lease because you're only paying for use, not ownership. Best for: technology equipment that depreciates quickly (IT hardware, medical devices) or fleet vehicles that turn over every 3-5 years.
A traditional term loan secured by specific equipment. You own the equipment from day one — the lender files a UCC-1 lien. Fixed monthly payments over the useful life of the asset. Rates are lower than unsecured debt because the equipment serves as collateral. Best for: essential production equipment where ownership matters for depreciation, customization, or regulatory compliance.
You sell equipment you already own to a lender and lease it back. Frees up cash tied up in owned assets while maintaining operational use. The lender becomes the owner; you become the lessee with fixed payments. Best for: companies with significant owned equipment that need working capital — manufacturers with paid-off production lines, transportation companies with clear-title fleets.
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