Advantages of Leasing

RETAINS CAPITAL TO GENERATE EARNINGS
Full utilization of capital retained
Free capital to take advantage of other opportunities
Simplifies budgeting
 
PRESERVES CREDIT
Meet equipment needs without depleting existing credit sources
Off balance sheet financing - you have the equipment to use without having to capitalize it
Avoids loan-covenant restrictions
 
GENERATE PROFIT
Put retained capital to profitable use
   - current operations
   - marketing
   - research and development
Lease payments are generally fully tax deductable
Flexibility pay for equipment as it generates revenues, match term to payback, varied lease programs, varied payment plans
Build up equity while you deduct lease payments

OBSOLESCENCE PROTECTION
By leasing, you keep your production facilities up to date and ahead of the competition