Equipment financing is an ideal solution for companies to expand and grow without spending huge amounts of capital. Nevertheless, it is crucial that any organization using an equipment financing company assure that the company will fulfill their specific needs. The top three factors to consider when choosing your equipment financing partner are given below.
* Has the equipment financing company worked in your industry before?
When screening a potential equipment leasing company, one of the initial things to factor is if the company has experience in your industry? Some finance companies specialize in funding options in specific industries. After some research, you can determine whether the equipment financing partner is able to offer the level of experience you require.
* Will they supply references?
Checking references will be a standardized approach while you are measuring a possible equipment financing company. If the company does not provide three to five references at minimum, then you may want to consider another option. Additionally, it may be beneficial, if the references are from similar industries or with similar requirements. While talking to the references try to find out:
o Were they dealt fairly or not?
o Was their experience fulfilling to their requirements?
o Was help supplied with the paperwork and application?
o Would they work this company again?
* Will they provide a financial product that will fulfill your particular requirements?
Equipment financing is not a ‘one size fits all’ product. Make certain that the company you work with will come with a tailored plan that accommodates your particular requirements. As well, assure that the company will thoroughly present all the terms and payments along with any alternatives so that you fully understand what is available to you.
Choosing your equipment financing company is an important decision. In the end, an equipment financing expert that has experience dealing with similar transactions will be a tremendous asset.
Author Resource:
Dillon Evans is a senior finance consultant at Citadel Equipment Finance, one of the premier equipment finance and leasing firms in the United States.