Asset Finance

What is it?

Asset finance is an alternative funding solution to support the acquisition of new or additional assets. Outright purchases can be a significant drain on working capital and not always the most efficient way to manage capital expenditure.

There are a range of asset finance options open to customers and these can be summarised as follows:

  • Hire Purchase – the payment of a fixed amount across a specific period to cover the cost of the asset.
  • Operating Lease – Allows you to lease your asset from a provider over an agreed period. Typically, there is a built in residual value for the asset, which reduces the monthly payments, thereby bringing further cash flow benefits to the customer.
  • Finance Lease – Allows you to lease the asset from a provider over an agreed period.  Repayments are spread over the economic life of the asset and can typically be tailored to customer requirements.
  • Contract Hire – covers vehicle fleet management, repair, maintenance and productivity.

What are the benefits?

  • Can often expedite access to modern technology and the resulting financial benefits that can bring.
  • Improved cashflow for the customer
  • Can often be a tax efficient depending on the tax allowances available

Where can I find out more?

Further details can be provided by your local corporate bank or through the Finance & Leasing Association:

Telephone: 020 7836 6511
Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Website: www.fla.org.uk

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