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Benefits

Effective use of working capital

The finance option requires no initial capital expenditure. By conserving capital, financing can enable funds to be better utilised in the running of the business and can also free-up capital for investment purposes. Financing options require only a monthly outlay rather than a major dollar outlay. Financing can also provide an extra source of credit that leaves existing lines of credit unaffected.

Cash Flow management and predictability

Financing can usually be catered to your specific needs whether it is via lease, rental or hire purchase. Structured payments can also be organised, for example paying quarterly, half yearly, annually or upfront payments. The budgeting process is also simplified as financing guarantees a fixed payment for a specified term.

Tax and Accounting Benefits

As long as the equipment is used for business purposes, tax deductions are available. Under a hire purchase, the depreciation of the equipment and the interest component of the agreement are tax deductible. Under a lease and rental, the monthly instalments are tax deductible.

As rentals are treated as an operating expense, they may qualify as off balance sheet financing. This results in avoiding the equity accounting calculations that are applicable to other forms of finance.

Flexible end of term options

Subject to the terms and conditions of the rental agreement, at the end of the rental term you  may choose from various options such as:

• Upgrade the equipment
• Extend the rental contract to rent the equipment at a discounted rate over a nominated term.
• Continue to rent the equipment on a month-to-month basis.
• Offer to purchase the equipment for fair market value.
• Return the equipment with no residual obligation.

Inflation Protection

If you choose to purchase the equipment, you would outlay the full cost of equipment at today's dollar value. Over the life of the equipment, a portion of this cash outlay is "recovered" by depreciation. As a result of inflation, the dollars recovered through depreciation are continually decreasing in value.

Avoid Costs of Ownership

The rental option allows you to acquire the equipment without incurring the costs of ownership. As the finance company is the owner of the equipment, we assume the risk of obsolescence. You need not worry about trying to re-sell old equipment. Some clients find themselves effectively becoming a second-hand equipment dealer when up-grading. The rental option avoids the time consuming costs of attempting to recover lost values.

The latest technology today

Accelerate adoption of state-of-the-art technology with minimal investment and predictable, manageable payments. Protect against obsolescence and financial risk, allowing the ability to upgrade to the newest technology during the lease term.

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FAQ

Q: Can customers upgrade or expand their equipment during the rental term?

A: Yes, your customers can upgrade or add-on equipment during, or at the end of, the rental term. We will simply adjust either the rental payments, or the term of the agreement.

Q: What are the end-of-term options for customers?

A: For operating leases (rentals), customers can either:

Q: Are customer payments tax deductible?

A: Customers should check with their accountant, but most payments under a rental plan are considered tax-deductible operating expenses.

Q: What happens if a customer damages their equipment?

A: Most equipment will initially be covered under the manufacturer's warranty. But beyond that, customers are expected to keep the equipment in good working order, and will be responsible for repairs and maintenance.

Q: Can the customer cancel or terminate their agreement early?

A: A lease or rental agreement cannot be cancelled, but customers can terminate before the end of the term by paying the balance of the payments due. Special consideration can also be given in the event of an upgrade to a new solution.

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