Gear Up For Business Growth with Asset Finance
We will work with you to secure the right funding solution for your asset purchase and secure, subject to credit approval, an appropriate finance product to match your particular requirements.
We can assist you in securing finance with a number of finance options:
Hire Purchase (HP): HP is a popular option if you want to own the asset outright at the end of the agreement term. Lender will purchase the asset on your behalf and create a tailored repayment plan to suit your budget. At the end of the agreed term, you can choose to take ownership of the asset for a nominal fee payment known as option to purchase
The benefits of Hire Purchase:
Flexible products options are available including Low deposit, Fixed or Variable rate agreements, seasonal payments for those businesses with seasonal income cycles, and a final residual value Balloon payment to assist cashflow during the term of the loan.
As well as reclaiming the Full vat as a vat registered business, you may also be able to claim capital allowances and offset interest costs against your profits
The ultimate ownership of the asset transfers to you on settlement of the agreement and payment of a final Option to purchase fee,
A lease can free up capital, as VAT is calculated and charged with the monthly rentals, spread across the term of the agreement, thereby reducing your initial upfront costs. Leasing can be tax efficient as the monthly rentals may be considered a business expense.
There are two primary Lease options available to assist you in controlling your costs and helping you to budget business overheads and maintenance of the asset
Finance Lease provides an initial primary term and an agreed fixed monthly rental plus vat . At the end of the primary term you can either hand the asset back to lender or sell the asset to an approved third party on lenders behalf and retain an agreed percentage of the sale proceeds.
Alternatively you can choose to continue with the lease of the asset and enter a secondary rental period at the agreed secondary rental terms
Operating Lease Is a form of lease with a fixed rental plus vat that takes into consideration a future predicted residual value, which is an amount that you do not pay, thereby reducing the monthly rentals that are paid under the lease. The lender will take on the residual risk and will sell the asset at the end of the agreement to recover the unpaid residual value, so removing the liability of this sum from you. This product option may also allow you to treat the asset as an Off-balance sheet transaction.
At the end of the Primary period you can either hand the asset back to lender or upgrade or replace the asset on the lease.
Sale and Hire Purchase Back is most suitable for businesses that have already purchased an asset, typically within the last 90 days and wish to refinance against the invoice purchase price, less an agreed deposit contribution.
The lender will require sight of a copy of the original purchase invoice and valid proof of purchase to evidence title to the asset, normally by way of a copy bank statement, showing payment transferred in settlement of invoice and or confirmation from original supplier that their invoice has been settled and clear title has passed to you.
Lender may also require a satisfactory inspection of the asset in order that a sale agreement and Hire Purchase Agreement can be completed.
Re-Finance products are available for business to release equity in existing suitable assets, to provide capital for your business and support you in a number of ways such as
Funding start-up costs of a new project / contract
Generating a deposit towards a new asset purchase
Acquiring a new business
Purchase of other assets not suitable for financing
Refinance can be used to release cash against unencumbered assets, or those subject to existing finance with another lender including assets such as vehicles, plant and machinery that have a residual balloon payment.
The amount of capital that can be released is dependent on a number of factors including asset type, age, condition, usage and value.
There may also be a requirement for a waiver from existing debenture holders and in some circumstances, a chattel mortgage registered over the asset may be required.
How Gap Funding can help: Navigating the world of equipment financing can be complex, and it’s not always easy for businesses to find the right lender or negotiate favourable terms. This is where Gap Funding can help.
As equipment financing specialists, we work closely with businesses to understand their equipment needs and financial situation. We then source from our network of lenders the most suitable financing options for your business.
Here’s how Gap Funding can help businesses with equipment financing:
- Understand Financing Options: We help businesses understand their equipment financing options and choose the solution that best fits their needs.
- Identify the Right Lender: We have relationships with a wide range of lenders, allowing us to find the best financing terms for our clients.
- Negotiate Favorable Terms: We negotiate with lenders on behalf of our clients to secure the most favorable terms possible.
- Navigate the Application Process: We assist businesses throughout the entire equipment financing process, from application to approval, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience.
By working with Gap Funding, businesses can access the equipment financing they need to thrive and grow.