A wave of sustained economic growth that spurred an increase in the equipment finance industry in 2011 continued through 2012. Sizeable increases from year to year in new business volume, coupled with the lowest levels of delinquency in more than five years have served to create a positive momentum, with considerable increases in total compensation…
The Farmer’s Dilemma Many people do not make the connection with farmers being businessmen, but in fact they are some of the most knowledgeable business minds out there, responsible for large amounts of property, facilities, and equipment, and having to find new and creative ways to cut costs and make profit margins without cutting back…
Bank lending to small US businesses took a marked plunge during the month of September, to the lowest level seen in the last 14 months, this according to a report issued just this week. The trend began to decline just as the US central bank launch its latest effort targeting monetary stimulus designed to encourage…
In an increasingly tight economy, many companies are looking for ways to make the almighty dollar go a little further. One of the solutions in the construction industry is to lease equipment as opposed to buying it outright, a practice that is gaining momentum in other industries as well. Construction equipment leasing makes sense since…
Medical Equipment Requirements When it comes to medical provision for seniors and those with special needs, there are a number of helpful devices on the market, and it can at times be intimidating to try and choose which one is the most effective. There are certain devices however that are designed to make life easier…
The Lifeblood Of Small Business For most entrepreneurs, policies that are aimed at providing small businesses with access to the capital that they need are critical, this according to an October survey of firms that bring in an annual revenue between $1 million and $20 million. Mitt Romney, the Republican candidate for President, has run…
How Company Executives Are Thinking Every month studies are conducted to measure the confidence level of businesses in the equipment leasing and financing sector, and recent finding s indicate that the market has remained relatively unchanged for the last two months. The Equipment Leasing and Finance Foundation monthly confidence index remained at 53.3 throughout September…
So many of us have busy schedules, and the thought of trying to make a fitness regimen fit into it all can be somewhat frustrating. Fitness should not be ignored however, and it is important to choose a program that matches your body’s abilities, not to mention one that you can commit to week in…
By now we all know, (at least if you are a regular visitor to this blog) that equipment leasing makes sense on a number of levels, with easier access to funding (covering the costs associated with installation and maintenance), access to the newest technology, tax benefits, and improved operations and efficiency. The All Important Contract…
Manufacturers in the United States produced more appliances, construction supplies, and clothing in the month of September, which indicates that one of the mainstays of the earliest part of the economic expansion is finally regaining some of its lost stability. New Results The output in mines, factories, and utilities had dropped 1.4% in August, the…