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Concern Rises as Small Businesses Borrow from Unregulated Online Lenders

January 3, 2020

by Brenda H. Industry News

DEC 31, 2019 – 7:00 am

The Wall Street Journal reported that small businesses continue to borrow from unregulated online lenders, raising concerns about “sky-high” rates and other costly terms.

In 2019, one-third of small businesses applied for a loan, up from 19% in the previous year, according to research from the Federal Reserve.

The Journal reported that tech-enabled lenders are meeting the needs of small businesses that banks are unable to serve, but often at the detriment of the borrowers who are often unable to repay their debts.

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ELFF: Nearly 8 in 10 End-Users Acquire Equipment Through Financing

October 30, 2019

by Brenda H. Industry News

According to the 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Horizon Report released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation, approximately 79% of businesses rely upon financing for at least part of their equipment and software purchases.

In a recent article, Monitor Daily summarized the 2019 report, which gives key industry performance data as well as a detailed analysis of recession risk.

You can read the full article from Monitor Daily here, and view the 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Horizon Report released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation here.

When Logging Equipment Financing Makes Sense

October 18, 2019

by Brenda H. Benefits of Leasing Industry News

Logging and forestry operations depend on productive equipment working in demanding conditions. A breakdown, new timber contract or production bottleneck can create an immediate need for a skidder, loader, harvester, processor or other machine.

Financing may help an operator acquire needed equipment while keeping more cash available for payroll, fuel, repairs, insurance, trucking and the seasonal costs of running the business.

When Financing May Be Useful

A contract or tract requires additional production capacity.
An unreliable machine is causing downtime during a limited work window.
The operation needs to balance cutting, skidding, loading or processing capacity.
A suitable used unit becomes available through a dealer, auction or private seller.
The business wants to preserve cash for operating needs rather than pay the entire purchase price at once.

Equipment and Business Details Matter

Logging equipment is specialized and often operates in difficult environments. The review may consider the machine’s year, hours, condition, value, configuration, seller and remaining useful life together with the operator’s experience, cash flow, seasonality and current work.

Learn more about current logging and forestry equipment financing options, including the information GFLS uses to understand the complete transaction.

New and Used Equipment May Be Considered

Potential assets include skidders, feller bunchers, harvesters, forwarders, log loaders, chippers, grinders, mulchers, processors, delimbers, slashers and qualifying support equipment. Eligibility and financing structure vary by applicant, equipment, seller and transaction.

What Helps the Review Move Efficiently

Vendor quote, purchase agreement or auction documentation
Equipment year, make, model, serial number and hours
Photos, condition information and maintenance records when available
Recent business bank statements
Financial statements and tax returns when required
A brief explanation of the contract, tract or production need

Discuss the Machine and the Work Behind It

Start a 2-Minute Financing Request or View Logging & Forestry Financing.

All financing is subject to credit approval, program availability and final documentation. Rates, terms, advance amounts, deposits, fees and funding timing vary by applicant and transaction.

Financing for Feller Bunchers

October 9, 2019

by Brenda H. Industry News

When it comes to highly productive felling machines, feller bunchers are at the top of the list because they work well in thinnings and clearcuts. Plus, compared to manual felling, feller bunchers offer better control when felling trees, which can minimize residual stand damage.

What dictates the size of feller buncher that would serve your company’s demands (and how much financing for feller bunchers you will need)?

The type of forestry work your company is doing
Your productivity goals
Where you are going to use it
The impact on surrounding area

As one of the most practical logging machines, a feller buncher has the ability to cut multiple trees at the same time or in a row, gathering them up like a bouquet of flowers. A feller buncher can do this before the group of trees ever hit the ground—literally gathering up a “bunch.” This obviously saves your company a lot of time and energy (and therefore, money) because it makes the process go faster than gathering one tree at a time.

A feller buncher also is efficient for clearing wide areas of growth because it grabs the trees, saws them from their base, and stacks them in a manner so they can be more easily loaded onto a forwarder.

Because a feller buncher is practical and efficient, logging companies that have one or a fleet of them can gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace. However, feller bunchers are a hefty investment. According to numbers released by the U.S. Forest Service, hourly productivity ranged from 428.9 to 2267.7 ft3 per productive machine hour (PMH) for the feller buncher and 178 to 2186 ft3/PMH for the top/delimber. Hourly costs were estimated to be $99.68/PMH for the feller buncher and $28.23/PMH for the top/delimber.

Purchasing a feller buncher outright ties up a significant amount of your company’s cash. But not to worry. Lease financing for feller bunchers is a very popular option for logging and forestry business owners. And, you don’t even have to have excellent or even very good credit.

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By financing instead of buying this critical piece of logging equipment, you can take advantage of its abilities without committing to the expensive outlay that purchasing requires. Working with a company, such as Global Financing & Leasing Services (GFLS), is a means to add a feller buncher to your equipment fleet and begin benefitting immediately from improved processes and productivity.

In addition, your cash can be reserved or budgeted for other important business objectives like hiring skilled labor, training, marketing and such.

Maybe you want to replace your outdated or broken feller buncher, move into a new area, or get a logging or forestry business off the ground. Whatever your business goals, lease financing for your feller buncher couldn’t be easier with GFLS.

We are experts in lease financing for feller bunchers and other logging and forestry equipment for small- to medium-sized businesses. If you are looking for a new feller buncher and you need to secure financing, you will appreciate our expertise with both tracked and wheeled machines.

In most cases, we don’t require a down payment, and we have a long history of helping business owners who have less-than-perfect credit. If you’ve had trouble getting financing from a bank or other lender, we may be able to help you.

As you build or expand your logging business, we have you covered when it comes to lease financing for feller bunchers and any other logging machinery. Please contact us today to learn about your lease financing options.

How to Finance Commercial Printing Equipment

October 1, 2019

by Brenda H. Industry News

Commercial printing businesses compete on speed, quality, capacity and the range of work they can produce. A new press, finishing system or specialty printer can add capability, but it can also require a significant cash investment.

Financing may allow a print shop to acquire equipment while preserving cash for paper, ink, substrates, labor, maintenance and the gap between completing a job and receiving payment.

When Printing Equipment Financing May Make Sense

An aging press is creating downtime or limiting production quality.
A new customer or contract requires greater speed, volume or capacity.
The business wants to bring outsourced printing or finishing work in-house.
A shop is adding wide-format, packaging, labeling or specialty-print capability.
The owner wants to preserve operating cash instead of paying the entire purchase price at once.

Equipment That May Be Considered

Transactions may include digital production presses, offset presses, wide-format and flatbed printers, label and packaging systems, cutters, folders, bindery equipment, laminators, mailing systems and other essential-use production assets.

View GFLS’s current commercial printing equipment financing options for more information about eligible equipment, documentation and the review process.

Evaluate the Complete Project

The equipment price is only one part of the decision. A strong request also accounts for delivery, installation, training, software, electrical work and other documented project costs. Availability of financing for those costs depends on the program and transaction.

For used equipment, provide the year, make, model, condition, seller information and available valuation or inspection details. The financing structure should match the equipment’s expected useful life and the business’s ability to support the payment.

Prepare a Clear Request

Vendor quote, invoice or purchase agreement
Equipment specifications and seller contact information
Recent business bank statements
Financial statements and tax returns when required
A concise explanation of the additional capacity or capability

Explore the Next Step

Start a 2-Minute Financing Request or View Printing Equipment Financing.

All financing is subject to credit approval, program availability and final documentation. Rates, terms, advance amounts, deposits, fees and funding timing vary by applicant and transaction.

3D Printer Financing for Businesses

September 25, 2019

by Brenda H. Industry News

From the biggest corporations to the smallest startups, it seems like every business is harnessing the power of 3D printing to expand their offerings, not to mention their market share and sales.

Who would have ever believed that so many items could be printed in 3D, including clothing, musical instruments, equipment parts, food, and even a car. Companies are certainly taking advantage of the incredible 3D printers that have the technology to make almost anything.

3D printers are being used to make new products and improve on existing ones, and it’s becoming more and more mainstream. Just look at General Electric (printing fuel nozzles), Nike (cleats), Hasbro (toys), Ford (engine covers), Boeing (air ducts and hinges), and Hershey’s (chocolate). In 2015, the first 3D-printed car was unveiled.

Many industries are getting on board with 3D printing, including the medical, architectural, jewelry, food, toy, fashion, and automotive industries. And smaller businesses are no exception. Small- to medium-sized startups have also jumped onto the 3D printing band wagon. These companies do everything from creating prototypes to making jewelry and toys to printing miniatures for films.

In fact, it’s been predicted that in 15 years, 85% of all businesses will be using 3D printing in some way or another.

With all this said, it’s no surprise that 3D printing has elevated the printing industry to the next level. With no signs of 3D printing going anywhere anytime soon, if your business does any sort of printing and could progress by incorporating a 3D printer, you should most definitely determine how to add one to your arsenal, as well as how to pay for it.

Financing a 3D Printer as the Next Step in Business Growth

Having a 3D printer at your business will help either with your own products or your customers’ products. Either way, having this cutting-edge technology will both further your operations and give you a leg up over your competitors who are slower to adopt this technology.

Of course, high tech, top-quality 3D printers and equipment are not cheap. But don’t let this stop you as with all technology the prices for 3D printers eventually will come down. Plus, you don’t have to own one to profit from one—you only need to have access to one.

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This is where lease financing for 3D printers can help. By leasing a 3D printer, you’re gaining critical technology that is key to the future compared to making a monumental investment if you were to purchase it outright. As 3D printing technology improves, financing a 3D printer lease offers a convenient way to upgrade more easily versus owning the printer.

No Stranger to the Printing Industry

At Global Financial & Leasing Services, we offer special lease financing for 3D printers that includes the printers, CAD software, scanners, 3D modeling software, and any materials you may need (such as plastic, glass, metal, and ceramics).

Whether you’re replacing older 3D printing equipment or investing in it for the first time, Global Financial & Leasing Services can help. We can provide lease financing for 3D printers that minimizes costs, while maximizing your return.

We have expertise in the field of lease financing for 3D printers for small- to medium-sized businesses, and we would love to speak with you. We don’t require any down payment, and we specialize in helping business owners who have less-than-perfect credit.

If you’re interested in lease financing for 3D printers and other equipment, please contact us at Global Financial & Leasing Services to learn more.

Using Equipment Lease Financing to Set Up Your Restaurant for Success

July 29, 2019

by Brenda H. Benefits of Leasing Industry News

If you’re opening your own restaurant, you know very well that there are many factors and expenses that go into doing it right—just like any business. And, one of the heaviest financial burdens for those opening a new restaurant is the equipment that your establishment requires.

Restaurant equipment definitely isn’t cheap, but it makes up some of the most necessary items that owners need to run their place. It goes way beyond a simple refrigerator and stove. Also, there are dishwashers, steam tables, ice machines, fryers, bar equipment, prep and work tables, holding cabinets, and much more.

Any one of these items alone can be incredibly expensive—not to mention multiple items, which most restaurant owners need. Because of the reality of high restaurant equipment costs, many owners choose to take advantage of restaurant equipment lease financing.

With restaurant equipment lease financing, you’ll be able to get your hands on the equipment you need to get your restaurant up, running, and successful, even if you don’t have a huge budget to work with from the beginning. Instead of having to pay a large, up-front lump sum, restaurant equipment lease financing allows you to pay a monthly payment instead and keep more of your start-up funds in the bank for other expenses, like:

Quality Employees

You can hire better, experienced employees and pay them an attractive salary to reduce turnover. The better employees there are, the better the customer service will be, which is a big attraction for customers, as no doubt you’ve read on Yelp reviews.

Property Rent

Without the drain of a huge purchase for equipment, you could perhaps afford a better location and have greater confidence you’ll be able to pay your rent on the restaurant space each month.

Better Inventory

Excellent food comes from excellent ingredients, but many quality ingredients are more expensive. Locally-grown, in-season fruits and vegetables, as well as healthier ingredients, simply tend to cost more. With the money that restaurant equipment lease financing allows owners to save, you can afford to invest in better ingredients.

Food Safety

With restaurant equipment lease financing, you can have access to equipment that keeps food at its very best, such as heating cabinets and industry-quality freezers. Keeping food warmed up for pick-up customers or frozen enough to be safe is very important, and if it’s not, inspectors can and will cause trouble for you.

Décor

Ambiance and atmosphere are key to your restaurant’s overall experience. If you’re starting a new restaurant, chances are you have a specific vision for it. The money that financing a restaurant equipment lease saves compared to purchasing outright allows can help bring that vision to life.

Unfortunately, what often stops owners from leasing restaurant equipment is their credit. Restauranteurs with less than perfect credit, typically have a difficult time getting financing from banks. But this is no reason for you to settle for basic equipment, or choose to not open your restaurant at all.

Direct lenders like Global Financial & Leasing Services work with restauranteurs and entrepreneurs who have imperfect credit to get them the tools and equipment they need to kickstart their business. To us, you’re more than just your credit. You could be the next Wolfgang Puck.

If you need help with restaurant equipment lease financing, talk to us at GFLS. We’re here for you, and we want you to be able to achieve your culinary dreams.

Don’t Finance an Industrial Baking Oven Without Reading This First

July 23, 2019

by Brenda H. Financing Industry News

At the heart of every great bakery is an even greater oven. This piece of equipment is perhaps the most crucial investment you will make as a bakery owner. After all, every detail of the hard work and preparation you put into your baked goods is going to culminate in the baking process.

It’s also important to select an industrial baking oven that’s going to be dependable for a long time. It needs to provide you with consistency and reliability for years and years to come.

But, choosing the exact right oven for your bakery isn’t as easy as it may seem. When you begin shopping around for an industrial baking oven, you will discover that the options are seemingly endless. With so many on the market, how do you choose?

The first thing to understand is the basic different types of industrial ovens. This will help you determine which one will work best for your needs and meet your business goals.

Basic Types of Industrial Baking Ovens

Convection Oven

This is the most common and popular type of industrial baking oven because it’s the most affordable. A convection oven is the best choice for loaves of bread and individual cakes. This oven uses internal fans to circulate heat so that your batters and doughs bake evenly.

Rack Oven

If the amount of baked goods you produce is a priority, a rack oven may be the right choice for your bakery. If you’re planning to have a large-scale supply of bread or cookies at all times, a rack oven allows multiple goods to be baked at the same time.

Stone Deck Oven

If you’re an artisan baker who uses old-world style baking methods, a stone deck oven may be perfect for your bakery. These ovens provide modern heat distribution with artisan results, and they require less maintenance than a convection oven. They also feature stone decks, which means up to four chambers can be baking different items at once.

Revolution Oven

A revolution oven allows you to bake different types of goods at the same time via revolving trays.

And, that’s just the start! There are all sorts of sub-types of industrial baking ovens as well. The most important thing is to ask yourself questions to rule out what you don’t need—and then you can focus on what you do need.

The right industrial baking oven for you will depend not only on the type of goods you make, but also how many you’ll be producing per day, your personal baking process, the oven’s ease of use and baking speed, your building’s size and codes, and your budget.

If you fall in love with an oven, but find that it’s out of your price range and you can’t seem to get any help from banks for financing or leasing, consider industrial baking oven lease financing from a direct lender like Global Financial & Leasing Services. We work with bakery owners who have less than perfect credit in order to provide them with the equipment they need to run their business successfully.

If you need help with industrial baking oven lease financing, please talk to us at Global Financial & Leasing Services.

Financing an Excavator: Even if You Have Bad Credit

June 25, 2019

by Brenda H. Benefits of Leasing Industry News

With construction leading the way in our current economy, it’s no surprise that small and mid-sized companies are taking advantage of the boom and investing in heavy equipment like excavators. These machines help them take on projects previously out of their reach. Also, financing new or gently used excavators beefs up a company’s fleet. However, excavators are a serious investment and purchasing outright is a large capital outlay. This makes buying outright out of reach for many business owners who don’t have that kind of capital or prefer to keep it on hand for other purposes.

Comparing New and Used Excavator Costs

If you’re financing a new, a full-sized excavator, the cost can range generally between $100,000 to $500,000. In general:

Small excavators (10 to 15 tons) cost between $80,000 to $150,000
Mid-sized excavators (15 to 20 tons) range between $100,000 to $200,000
Large excavators (30 to 40 tons) run from $200,000 to $400,000

Accessories, if needed, will be an additional cost. Most excavators come with one bucket, however, your typical jobs may require multiple or different-sized buckets for which you’ll need to budget an additional $1,000 to $5,000 each. Attachments such as rakes, blades and hydraulic hammers can add $5,000 to $10,000 each to the cost.

The high cost of new equipment and a good economy have created an excellent market for used excavators, putting them in reach of many small and mid-sized companies. Used excavators can be had at a significant discount. A gently used excavator with less than 2,000 hours of use might sell for 25 percent less than the original price – a great deal considering these machines have lifespans of up to 10,000 hours or more.

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Financing Your New or Used Excavator

Whether this is your first excavator, your fifth or you’re taking advantage of the great used inventory to upgrade, excavator financing from Global Financial & Leasing Services (GFLS) can help. If there is anything more important than getting the right excavator for your company, it’s working with the right lease financing company with experience in heavy construction equipment financing.

That’s where excavator lease financing from GFLS comes in. Our team can help you acquire essential equipment when you want to retain your capital for other things or bad credit makes you risky on paper to other lenders.

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Get Excavator Financing Through GFLS

Since 2009, GFLS has been providing excavator lease financing for small and mid-sized businesses across the U.S. Our customers count on us to help them obtain the heavy construction equipment they need to compete in their area and take their companies to the next level through:

A fast, easy excavator financing process
Dealing directly with financing decision makers
Our willingness to look beyond a credit score to your “story”
Reliable, ongoing communication
Equipment financing decision made in <2 to 24 hours
A financing culture based on respect

We know what a difference a day can make for companies that need to get excavators on the job. Start the application today and the GFLS team will move heaven and earth to approve your excavator financing in as few as 24 hours. Have a question about heavy construction equipment financing? Contact our team for answers.

Monitor’s Profile of Global Financial

April 20, 2019

by Brenda H. Company News Industry News

The Monitor daily, an Independent Voice of Equipment Finance, recently did a spotlight on Global Financial.

Since its launch in 1974, the Monitor has evolved into the leading independent trade publication in the equipment finance and leasing industry. Employing a unique content delivery format, each issue includes timely articles authored by industry specialists and regular features, which are a hallmark of the magazine.

Click to open .pdf version of the profile.