ABL Lending Versus Bank Financing - What is Right For Your Business Exploring Alternative Financing Solutions - A Deeper Dive Into ABL Versus Bank Lending

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UNDERSTANDING THE ASSET BASED LENDING SOLUTION – WHAT IS IT  / HOW DOES IT WORK? 

 
Are you enjoying life as a commercial borrower in Canada -?

We can't even imagine some of the answers to that question, although we have certainly heard a lot of the stories!  Let's examine why a new breath of fresh air – Asset based lending, aka  ‘ABL lending ‘ has become a favourite and very unique banking and asset financing strategy in Canada.

 
WHAT IS ABL LENDING? 

 

ABL lending is also commonly known as asset-based lending / asset-based financing -  This form of funding a business via an asset based loan utilizes the technique of collateralized loans by financing business  physical assets such as accounts receivable, inventory, and fixed assets - as well as in some cases commercial real estate if held by the business. ABL, although commonly used as an alternative to bank financing, is focused on the assets of the business, versus the typical bank credit profile - Banks focus on strong business credit scores, as well as in many cases requiring personal guarantees and external collateral -  ABL, on the other hand, focuses solely on business assets.

 

COMPARING ASSET-BASED LENDING VERSUS BANK CASH FLOW LENDING  – PROS AND CONS

 

One of our favourite expressions these days is that the old ways don’t work anymore.

 

As it relates to today’s subject of business financing we're talking of course about commercial banking facilities in Canada, and focusing primarily on firms that have challenges raising working capital and cash flow facilities that work - thereby qualifying for an unsecured loan.

It often comes down to a comparison of the two types of financing, traditional Canadian commercial banking, and our favourite new kid on the block, ABL lending and banking. We use the term new but quite honestly it’s simply a Canadian business financing facility that hasn’t been heard of by many Canadian business owners and financial managers for a variety of reasons.  Maybe some people prefer to hide a good thing and keep it secret.

 

COMPARING INTEREST RATES AND FINANCING COSTS IN BANK FINANCE VS ABL LENDING SOLUTIONS

 

 

 

THE ADVANTAGES OF ASSET BASED LENDING – FLEXIBLE, FAST, AND FINANCING BASED ON YOUR SALES AND ASSETS!

So what's better, a 'regular' commercial banking facility via a Canadian chartered bank, or ABL lending and financing via a true asset based line of credit?  Regular commercial facilities are extremely focused on criteria for mutual success - we say mutual because we hope everyone agrees that your firm and the lender both have to win. (By the way, we are on our client's side in that battle).

 

Borrowers, however, must understand that financing costs in asset-based lending solutions are commonly higher and companies must be able to report properly on the company's assets via financial statement updates, as well as provide information on sales, receivables, payables, etc.

In certain cases, other assets such as  intellectual property or ' brand ' might qualify for additional financing within the credit facility.

 

THE ROLE OF CREDITWORTHINESS IN A BANK FINANCING SOLUTION

 

score history and ratios, personal guarantees, liens and covenants

Got what it takes for a Canadian commercial banking facility?  You know the drill - you need reasonable leverage, no significant events that are negative in nature, covenants that are a combo of income statement and balance sheet based - for example, fixed charge coverage, etc.!

 

Canadian banking loan approvals place a heavy emphasis on business credit score history and rations, personal guarantees, and liens and borrowing covenants related to the credit facility. Businesses should also expect to have best practices for inventory management.

Traditional lending is of course alive and well in Canada – banks provide commercial loans/business loans for an unlimited amount for financing that meets bank creditworthiness criteria.

Lines of credit and unsecured loans come at competitive interest rates from banking financial institutions. Companies must ensure they met business credit score criteria and must be in a position to provide personal guarantees as well as adhere to loan covenants and financial ratios as set out by bank underwriters

 

ABL LENDING ELIGIBILITY

But hey, what about ABL banking and asset financing - what's required there?  Are you ready? Just assets!

That’s the appeal of asset-based banking and financing - it focuses almost solely on current assets, key categories being, of course, receivables and inventory.  Where our commercial banking friends focus in a dramatically different manner in analyzing and funding your business, the ABL focus is simply on asset monitoring and ensuring you can borrow on a daily basis at the highest of advance rates based on real-world values of your assets. Oh, and by the way, 'strange events' are fully allowed - so you have a challenge, an acquisition, a special loan situation, a year of bad luck... You will still be forgiven by ABL lending and banking.

CONCLUSION – THE RIGHT FINANCING OPTION FOR YOUR BUSINESS

 

ABL loan solutions provide a business with access to working capital and enhanced cash flow that otherwise might not be available from traditional bank lending.  ABL facilities are flexible and often custom-tailored to a particular business or industry - that flexibility in the type of repayment provides access to capital that otherwise might not be available.

Want to ensure you have maximum availability on borrowing against your assets on a daily basis - speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business financing advisor about an asset based line of credit that makes perfect sense for your company. 

 

Speak to the  7 Park Avenue Financial team about our expertise in working capital loans and accounts receivable financing solutions that combine inventory financing and equipment financing in a secured lending non-bank lending solution. Debt financing via alternative financing solutions can be the growth capital you are looking for to grow your business.

 
 
 
 FAQ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS / PEOPLE ALSO ASK / MORE INFORMATION

 

What is asset-based lending?

 

Asset-based lending /ABL is a type of financing that uses the assets of a business as loan collateral. Typical balance sheet assets that are financed include accounts receivables, inventories, and fixed assets. Widely used as an alternative to traditional financing institutions such as banks many companies in the SME sector utilize ABL credit lines and term loans as a senior lender solution to the company's funding needs.

 

How  does ABL lending differ from traditional bank financing?  Why choose asset based lending?

The difference in ABL lending, when compared to traditional bank finance solutions, is that banks focus on financial fundamentals around strong balance sheets, cash flow, and profit generation. Cash flow financing is a cornerstone of bank unsecured lending. The emphasis in bank financing solutions is also on the personal guarantee of the owners and the potential need to provide external collateral.

 

Secured lending can assist businesses in obtaining financing when traditional finance cannot be accessed. Additionally, ABL loans are often used in business turnaround and the restructuring efforts of a company.

Asset based lenders focus on the sales revenue and business assets, deemphasizing limited personal credit history, low personal credit scores, etc.

 

 How can a company determine whether ABL lending is right for them?

 

Companies considering ABL lending should consider their cash flow needs in day-to-day funding of operations, and the ability to provide asset coverage around key business-specific assets.  Multiple forms of collateral can make up an ABL financing line of credit or term loan- and the ' covenant light structure ' of ABL is a key benefit of this method of financing.

Businesses that cannot achieve some or all of the bank financing they need to run and grow their business are solid candidates for asset-backed lending solutions. Business owners should also be prepared to understand the interest rates and cost of financing in accessing ABL capital. A broad range of industries and businesses in the Canadian economy utilizes asset backed loans.

Companies using ABL products such as financing  for receivables can receive up to 90% of the face value of the receivables - allowing the company to pursue  growth opportunities  via more financing and liquidity around the borrowing base investment in A/R - The positive impact of accounts receivable financing on cash flow and working capital should not be underestimated when considering the investment companies make in carrying trade receivables.

 

 

 

 

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Power Your Business Financing with Canadian ABL Services : Why Asset Based Lending Works

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Information on Canadian ABL services and why asset based financing and lending eliminates working capital challenges

It's always about the bank. Well ... not always... It seems that Canadian business financing continues to evolve and Canadian ABL services via asset based financing credit facilities are slowly getting to the top of the popularity pile.

Why this type of financing work well and why does is it becoming the accepted alternative to traditional Canadian chartered bank financing? We think we know why.

Although it might seem that the Canadian business and economic environment changes quickly these days we maintain that for the last two or 3 years the one thing that hasn’t changed is the ability for Canadian business owners and financial managers to get ' traditional ' financing from those great folks at the bank.

Skepticism and bank regulations in Canada seem to eliminate more and more qualified business borrower’s everyday. So it’s a struggle and if you are a small or medium sized firm in Canada the ability to grow or change your business is difficult.

Enter ABL lending in the Canadian marketplace. This type (we call it non-bank) of revolving credit facility is the new ' band aid ' for almost any size business, filling the void between traditional financing.

So why an asset is based lending facility able to work for your firm when a bank facility might not even is attainable. We guess it’s about risk and reward, in that for the same or higher cost almost any decent sized business has the ability to qualify for ABL services and financing.

The other side of the coin is also that the whole approval process is often quicker, in that there is only one key agenda item to review - your assets. Typically these assets are receivables; inventory and equipment, with real estate a borrowing possibility also, included right in your asset based lending facility.

We speak of the ' power ' of ABL. The true power lies simply in the fact that the assets we mentioned that are used as collateral are margined significantly higher than in the manner that a bank would margin those same assets. So it isn’t your financial statements strength that has the power - it’s those ' assets ' within the financials!

The broad appeal of asset based lending also lies in the fact that it’s flexible, that the other side of our ABL power equation. Your firm doesn’t necessarily have to be profitable (it helps ... but not required) and even if you face current financial challenges and setbacks you are still eligible. Even special loans clients can use ABL to escape from the restrictive claws of a special loans environment.

So whats our bottom line - it simply that if the Canadian banking environment continues to be unable to serve the demands of fast growing or challenged business... well... ABL financing services will step in and nicely fill that gap.

Ultimately it still might be your business goal to obtain a ' traditional ' facility. That’s ok of course. In the meantime thought consider the true power of asset based lines of credit as a funding option that will meet all your financing needs... today! Speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business financing advisor to eliminate that uphill financing battle you've been facing.

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Business financing for Canadian Firms , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing , Equipment Leasing , franchise finance and Cdn. Tax Credit Finance . Founded 2004 - Completed in excess of 100 Million $ of financing for Canadian corporations .

' Canadian Business Financing With The Intelligent Use Of Experience '

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Stan has had a successful career with some of the world’s largest and most successful corporations.
Prior to founding 7 Park Avenue Financial in 2004 his employers over the last 25 years were, ASHLAND OIL, ( 1977-1980) DIGITAL EQUIPMENT CORPORATION, ( 1980-1990) ) CABLE & WIRELESS PLC,( 1991 -1993) ) AND HEWLETT PACKARD ( 1994-2004 ) He is an expert in Canadian Business Financing.

Stan has over 40 years of business and finance executive experience. He has been recognized as a credit/financial executive for three of the largest technology companies in the world; Hewlett-Packard, Digital Equipment and Cable & Wireless. Stan has had in depth, hands on experience in assessing and evaluating thousands of companies that are seeking financing and expansion. He has been instrumental in helping many companies progress through every phase of financing, mergers & acquisitions, sales and marketing and human resources. Stan has worked with startups and public corporations and has many times established the financial wherewithal of organizations before approving millions of dollars of financing facilities and instruments on behalf of his employers.

Stan Prokop

Your Business Leasing Options Just Might Require An Extreme Makeover : Equipment Lease Options In Canadian Asset Finance

6.5 Things You Need To Know About Equipment Leasing Options In Canada

OVERVIEW – Information on equipment lease options in Canada. Business leasing success via asset finance solutions requires that you know the following!




Equipment lease options in Canada are abundant these days; but do the business owner/financial manager know how to assess those options and, as importantly focus in on areas that deliver maximum benefit to your particular situation. Let's dig in.

While not always the case many companies consider their situation unique when it comes to the type of assets they finance, and the terms and structure they demand to maximize business leasing asset finance effectiveness.

A simple yet effective way of managing your lease transactions is to focus on the 6 (more about that .5 later!) Parts of any lease transaction to ensure your individual lease or long term finance strategy melds with what you are trying to achieve.

What are those 6 elements?

Amount you are financing

The amortization or term of the lease

Monthly payment structure

The interest or financing rate implicit in the lease

End of term obligations

Misc fees

In Canada the lease financing industry finances hundreds of billions, probably billions of assets every year. The spectrum couldn’t be broader - it ranges all the way from ' micro leasing' in the amounts as low as 5k to transactions for equipment, machinery, aircraft, in the tens of millions. No dollar amount is unfinanceable if the asset and general credit quality qualify.

Who you finance those assets with often play into the amount you are financing. Your choices are commercial independent lease firms, captive finance companies associated with large mfr's, and even our Canadian chartered banks currently service asset business leasing via niche subsidiaries or divisions they set up.

Business owners can waster a lot of time 'barking up the wrong tree'

when it comes to choosing your lease financier. That's because the business owner /manager doesnt understand that lease company’s arent all things to all people - as isn’t your firm also by the way! So they focus on specific assets, deal sizes, credit quality, and in some cases geography they serve. In certain cases they can even be subsidiaries of U.S. firms doing a lot of business in Canada.

Amortizations in Canada typically run 2-5 years - that term is often driven by the monthly payment your firm requires, as well as tying in to overall asset quality .

Monthly payments have maximum flexibility when it comes to business leasing of assets in Canada. Depending on the type of lease you choose (‘capital lease to own', or operating 'lease to use’) almost any payment structure can be utilized to maximize your firms particular cash flow situation.

Interest rates in Canada, when it comes to lease financing revolve around asset quality and credit quality. Typically both come into play when your lease request is being adjudicated. All credit situations can be financed in Canada - it’s a function of structuring the transaction to ensure the lessor has a reasonable expectation of getting paid.

While the majority of Canadian business owners and financial manager’s focus on getting a lease approved and started they often forget what happens at the end of term. Those considerations include returning the asset, upgrading, extending the lease, or finalizing ownership.

Don't forget the end of the lease obligation!








In some cases misc fees should be considered as part of your overall strategy. They might include appraisal fees on used equipment, down payments, security deposits, and misc admin costs related to lessors registration of the asset.

That’s our 6 point recap. But didn’t we say there were 6.5 considerations? That .5 could be your ace in the hole , as we're referring to your potential to seek out an speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business financing advisor who can assist you in maximizing business leasing effectiveness for your firms asset acquisition strategy.


Stan Prokop - founder of 7 Park Avenue Financial

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com

Originating business financing for Canadian companies , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing . In business 10 years - has completed in excess of 80 Million $$ of financing for Canadian corporations . Core competancies include receivables financing, asset based lending, working capital, equipment finance, franchise finance and tax credit financing.

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Commercial Equipment Lease Financing . A Miracle Drug For Asset Finance Challenges

Blissfully Ignorant Is Not Good When It Comes To Equipment Leasing And Financing In Canada


OVERVIEW – .Information on commercial equipment lease financing in Canada . Why does the business owner / manager benefit from delving into the basics of asset finance for Canadian equipt. acquisitions



Commercial equipment lease financing in Canada . When it comes to being in a state of ' blissful ignorance ' on asset finance solutions and options we feel that’s the wrong state of mind to be in. Here's why!

Equipment finance in Canada is clearly one of the growth engines behind asset acquisitions for companies that are competing and growing. Some of the old mindsets around basic equipment finance have changed drastically both in theory, and in real world practice, which is where we toil daily!

Today the industry is very segmented and somewhat, shall we say, fast moving - that’s where some experience and knowledge about some real basic issues can put you at the head of the pack quickly

When approaching as asset finance solution need its important to know what lease market segment your acquisition fits into. It’s simply decision - small, mid, or large. Just putting your company and asset need quickly into the right category is going to save you time and money.

Different lessors populate each of those categories. Some are huge private corporations, some are small regional lease brokerages, some are U.S. owned (no problem with that!), and some are even subsidiaries or division of Canadian and U.S. banks. One of the best leasing bets you can make is to finance through a captive firm; that's a finance firm that’s associated with the manufacturer of the asset you are purchasing.

All of these different entities have different asset and dollar size appetites. But all firms have the same thing in common - they want to help you acquire assets to grow and prosper. Because assets can be a large part of your capital expenditure process commercial equipment lease financing in Canada is a solid alternative to using your bank lines of credit.

We're assuming you have bank lines of credit! Many do not, and the reality is that asset leasing in Canada can be accomplished by structuring a transaction that might involve a down payment, an accelerated payment, some outside collateral, etc - so even firms that have some level of credit and financial challenges still utilize lease finance every day. And that includes start ups by the way.

Medium size and larger corporations struggle with operating and capital budgets. Lease finance plays perfectly into those challenges - removing budget and capex obstacles. Larger corporations use lease financing as an alternative to tapping financial markets for more equity or expensive debt.

Business owners and financial managers often need help in coming up with the ' perfect fit ' when it comes to asset financing. That means assessing the type of lease you should be in (capital or operating) and getting some help on the accounting and tax aspects of lease finance. All of those tend to be quite positive by the way!

As we said, blissful ignorance should play no part in asset acquisition finance. Seek out and speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business financing advisor who can help you navigate the equipt. lease world. A miracle financing drug? Almost!




Stan Prokop - founder of 7 Park Avenue Financial –

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com

Originating business financing for Canadian companies , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing . In business 10 years - has completed in excess of 80 Million $$ of financing for Canadian corporations . Core competancies include receivables financing, asset based lending, working capital, equipment finance, franchise finance and tax credit financing.
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7 PARK AVENUE FINANCIAL = COMMERCIAL EQUIPMENT LEASING


7 Park Avenue Financial
South Sheridan Executive Centre
2910 South Sheridan Way
Suite 301
Oakville, Ontario
L6J 7J8
Phone = 905 829 2653
Fax = 905 829 2653
Email = sprokop@7parkavenuefinancial.com


















Stan Prokop

Financing Sources For Alternative Finance Needs In Canada . Why Asset Based Lending Works

New Sources Of Finance for Challenged and Growth Businesses

Information on financing sources for alternative asset finance in Canada . When traditional doesn’t work!

New financing sources in Canada can be a challenge for firms that are in one of three categories when it comes to alternative finance. They might be a start up, or perhaps they are in hyper growth mode (traditionally banks and certain other institutions don't like hyper growth!), or, finally, the company might be recovering from major challenges. They are in fact in turnaround mode and the faster the better.

Even firms that might be coming off a bad year, with solutions in place do in fact find that new sources of finance are difficult to achieve.

Why is that? Well, forgive us for sounding like father time here, but the word ' credit ' as in ' business credit ' comes for the Latin word ' credo ' which is to ' trust and believe '. And, surprise, surprise, your vendors, or your current bank, or worse yet, your valued suppliers can probably be forgiven for mistrusting a bit after your firm has gone through a challenging period.

So the goal of the Canadian business owner and financial manager is, of course, to reinstate that relationship to its former glory!

That's where asset finance comes in, because your business asset, ie receivables, inventory, equipment, and perhaps real estate allow you to focus on mending that reputation, or loss thereof , you have with our three aforementioned parties .

If it was a perfect world, (apparently its not) the best route would be standard ' traditional' financing as we know it in the Canadian marketplace. That typically comes from a bank, is has great flexibility, rates are low (they are lower than ever these days!) and are easily achieve, if (here it comes ...!) you have solid business creditworthiness. That of course means profits, clean balance sheets, and cash flow and debt ratios that make sense... to the bank.

That is why asset based loans and financing, whether they be bridge loans or straight asset monetization of working capital accounts.

Asset based lending in North America goes back to the early 1900’s. In Canada it has gained significant traction in recent years, simply because specialized non bank asset lenders are comfortable with your business collateral .Although rates are typically ( not always, but typically ! ) higher than the Canadian chartered banks they provide great liquidity for receivables, inventory, fixed assets, and even a real estate component can be thrown into the mix .

If you are not the ' investment grade ‘ credit that is sought by banks and insurance companies then investigate asset based lending financing sources in Canada . Typical advances of A/R and inventory are 90% and 5-80% respectively.

Speak to a trusted, credible, and experienced Canadian business financing advisor for alternative asset finance solutions in Canada.

7 PARK AVENUE FINANCIAL
CANADIAN ALTERNATIVE ASSET BASED FINANCE EXPERTISE


Stan Prokop - founder of 7 Park Avenue Financial –

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com

Originating business financing for Canadian companies , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing . In business 7 years - has completed in excess of 80 Million $$ of financing for Canadian corporations . Core competancies include receivables financing, asset based lending, working capital, equipment finance, franchise finance and tax credit financing.
Info re: Canadian business financing & contact details :

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com/financing_sources_alternative_finance_asset_canada.html

Are You Making Best Use Of Equipment Leasing And Canadian Asset Finance ?

Maximize Canadian Business Financing With Lease and Asset Financing Options


Information on equipment leasing and finance in Canada . Why asset financing is logical solution to fixed asset acquisition




It's a simple question really... is your firm making the best use, and taking advantage of the use of equipment leasing and finance when it comes to asset acquisition?

Just the use of your owner and management time in sourcing solid lease finance solutions can sometimes sap your business strength! When you think of it there are probably about 5 key steps in equipment leasing and finance strategies you employ.

First of all you must decide on which solution works best for your firm, in the context of what’s available in the Canadian marketplace. Here there are a plethora of firms, many specializing in either specific assets or deal size.

Step # 2 is simply getting a ' package ' of relevant info together - that might include equipment quotes or invoices, as well as the financial information you might be required to provide that demonstrates that the deal ' cash flows' in the eyes of your lessor .

A challenge faced by most business owners is that asset finance lease approval is heavily focused on historical and present cash flow. If you don't have those then your transaction will have to be ' structured ' in some manner. That might mean a down payment, a shorter amortization, or additional collateral or guarantees.

Step 3 is the idea of presenting your package to a lessor that makes sense for your firm. Don't forget in Canada that the equipment finance marketplace is really broken down into 3 categories - small, medium and larger size transactions. Small in general might be termed as under 100k... mid we could say is up to the 500k range, and larger ticket transactions can be financed in the million of dollars if suitable credit and asset criteria is in place .

Complimenting these three asset lessors are of course captive firms who actually manufacture the product and then offer financing to your firm. The computer industry is a good example of this type of lessor - and by the way they offer the best rates, terms and structures given they are incented to approve your transaction, allowing them to make a sale at the same time!

Step 4 in our whole process is the negotiation process. Here you'll be asked to potentially provide more information and clarify what type of transaction works for you in the case of the asset category. Knowing the benefits, advantages and potential downside of capital or operating leases is key to your success at this point.

As you head into step # 4 remember that lessors in Canada have numerous ways to enhance their yield, at your expense. So understand some of the nuances of terms such payments in advance, or what the down payment or security deposit does to your pricing, and the lessor yield.
Companies with decent credit history have more negotiating power than they think, given that it’s currently a very competitive market in Canada when it comes to asset finance.

The last part of your transaction, our step # 4, is simply documentation and legal requirements around the transaction. This involves the lessors registration of collateral, waivers from any other secured creditors, etc.

If you're a Canadian business owner or financial manager that simply doesnt have the time to prepare information, negotiate, and then select from hundreds of capital sources in Canada for equipment finance then consider using the services of a trusted, credible an experienced Canadian business financing advisor . Just going through the whole 5 step process we have outlined sometimes becomes a job in and of itself - so consider some expert help when it’s available.







Stan Prokop - founder of 7 Park Avenue Financial –

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com

Originating business financing for Canadian companies , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing . In business 7 years - has completed in excess of 80 Million $$ of financing for Canadian corporations . Core competancies include receivables financing, asset based lending, working capital, equipment finance, franchise finance and tax credit financing.
Info re: Canadian business financing & contact details :

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com/equipment_leasing_and_finance_asset.html

Have Questions On Leasing Finance and Equipment Financing In Canada ? Common Sense Approach To Asset Lenders

Work Through The Lease Finance Process With New Confidence


What questions and issues should owners be asking or facing when it comes to leasing finance in the Canadian marketplace . What key issues in equipment financing should business owners address when it comes to working with asset lenders for structures that work for your firm .




In a perfect world, ( know it's.. not! .. but ..) your ability to successfully structure business financing is critical to your firms survival. Let's ensure you've got a solid handle on leasing financing when you're entertaining equipment financing as a strategy for success. And in the process we'll ensure you've got a solid handle on asset lenders in Canada.

The long term goal is to make equipment financing make sense. That of course means ensuring you have a reasonable level of pricing on your transactions, and, most importantly, that the proposition put forth by asset lenders in Canada makes sense... for your firm! So it’s therefore about asking the right questions and following up on those to make good business financing decisions.

Common sense dictates you want to talk to asset lenders based upon your final choice of an asset that will add value... and profit to your business. You will find yourself going through a three pronged stage of negotiations and fact finding (for you and the lessor)... on then to approval and commitments by both parties, and finally documentation and funding. Seems simple right, so where then do things go wrong?

Your firm makes a stronger case for leasing finance when the asset you have chosen allows you to grow your business and generate additional cash flow. But at the same time you should also be thinking of the term of the transaction, i.e. how long will this asset last. In a perfect world you want to try and best match the useful life of the asset to the term of the lease. In initial discussions with asset lenders ensure they understand the assets value in your overall growth and future plans... that’s important.

Choosing the asset is half the battle, ensuring you can pay for it is of course the other half. That's why some basic cash flow analysis and payment budgeting should be critical at this point in your finance decision. A simple financial calculator can calculate estimated lease payments in seconds. Although we're still at the beginning of the transaction give careful thought to what will happen to the asset at the end of the lease - for example, do you want to use it, return it, re finance it for an extended period of time, etc...

We've spoken recently on ' the box ' in leasing. What's the box? asks our clients. It’s the proverbial credit box - that cage that lessors try and put you in to ensure you perfect fit into the box modules - deal size, asset type, your credit quality, pricing re interest rate they will charge... etc.

We've seen clients spend countless hours, days, weeks, even months! muddling their way through the boxes. This where some common sense information on what type of equipment financing company most suits your firm is worth a lot .. in terms of time and money. Your ability to present the asset, your credit quality, and your long term viability when it comes to making payments is critical at this point.

Experts. You can’t be expected of course to know the substantial and fragmented nature of leasing financing in Canada. Who are the asset lenders, which one suits your perfectly, and are you working with the right firm if you have had financial challenges in the past that will be convincingly solved in the future.

We continue to believe the common sense approach to working with an expert in any area of your business makes sense .Speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business financing advisor to ensure you have the questions, and the right answers! in place for Canadian asset lenders. Allow the power of leasing finance to help you over achieve on your business finance goals.





Stan Prokop - founder of 7 Park Avenue Financial -

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com


Originating business financing for Canadian companies , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing . In business 7 years - has completed in excess of 80 Million $$ of financing for Canadian corporations . Core competancies include receivables financing, asset based lending, working capital, equipment finance, franchise finance and tax credit financing .Info re: Canadian business financing & contact details :


http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com/leasing_finance_equipment_financing_asset_lenders.html

Let Equipment Leasing Finance Be Your Forward Momentum for Asset Financing – Use Lease Companies Today More Than Ever

In Uncertain Times Let Equipment Lease Finance Be Your Sure Thing Asset Financing

Information on equipment leasing finance in Canada . How lease companies and accelerate your asset financing needs.


A condition of advancement. That’s how ' forward ' is defined, and isn’t that whats it’s all about in business and competition. And acquiring assets via equipment leasing finance categorically moves your company forward. It’s the proper use of lease companies in asset finance that we'll examine, with a focus on ' why ‘!

Canadian business owners and financial managers do best when they view asset financing via equipment leasing finance as a ' tool '. It's utilizing that tool to leverage assets for your business sales and profit growth that makes lease companies the logical solution for fixed asset acquisition.

So for what type of asset does equipment finance not work? Quite frankly we cant think of one - whether its the new kid on the block - energy assets , or manufacturing, chemicals, food, planes, construction, auto , public infrastructure ... well .. we think you get the story. All assets can be financed, simple as that.

Whats so hard about understanding the value that lease companies bring to your firms table? It's a simple case of you ensuring you have chose then right asset, and that asset then being purchased on your behalf .. ensuring your ability to profit and grow from the use of the asset.

But that’s not all of course, because the inherent flexibility that comes with leasing gives you the right to acquire the ownership of the asset depending on what type of lease you construct and on what terms.

Advantages of this method of asset acquisition are fairly well known. You are in effect matching the outlays of cash for the lease to the benefits you will derive from the asset. The Canadian lease financing marketplace is on a total roll in 2011 and the asset finance industry is ready for business, yours! Interest rates are low, lease rates are ultra competitive and in many cases can even match bank financing, especially when you consider the processes and collateral you might be required to go through via a bank term loan for an asset .

2 to 5. What do we mean by that? Simply that that’s the typical duration of an asset lease in Canada - anywhere from two years to five years. We can’t remember when we have seen a lease term less than two years, because it simply doesn’t make sense for lease companies - although on occasion 7 and 10 year terms are available for certain asset classes... think heavy constructionb, aircraft, infrastructure, etc.

Clients can be forgiven for usually focusing only on the cash and working capital preservation aspects of equipment leasing finance .If you have limited capital, or don’t wish to disturb other financing you have in place leasing makes sense. Yes it’s true, this method of financing doesn’t deliver cash to your company, but it sure prevents it from leaving quickly... and in large amounts.

It’s of course an understatement to say that we’re doing business in a tech driven environment, so computers, telecom, and other tech assets lend themselves perfectly to equipment finance.

If you're concerned or simply want to become better informed about how to go about achieving the best benefits of this financing vehicle speak to an experienced, trusted and credible Canadian business financing advisor who can assist you in ensuring you're ' moving forward ' via this valuable tool in Canadian business financing.



Stan Prokop - founder of 7 Park Avenue Financial -

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com

Originating business financing for Canadian companies , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing . In business 7 years - has completed in excess of 80 Million $$ of financing for Canadian corporations .Info re: Canadian business financing & contact details :

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com/equipment_leasing_finance_lease_companies_asset.html

DIY Equipment Finance & Leasing Canada ? Best Companies for Asset & Lease Equipment Needs

When the Canadian business owner or financial manager looks to the leasing of an asset, as opposed to a purchase it’s a great time to invest in some knowledge around which companies to approach for equipment finance needs.

But can you be expected to be a ' DIY ' expert in this broad area of Canadian business financing. What we are saying is that it will pay you handsomely to either invest some time in understanding some key fundamentals of equipment finance, or, alternatively work with an expert who can assist you.

Why invest some time in this type of business acquisition? Simply because the Canadian lease landscape has evolved significantly over the last couple years. A combination of the economy in Canada, the lease industry players, new accounting rules and a myriad of product offerings can make it seem daunting.

By the way we're quite sure any business owner can work with lease companies and enter somewhat quickly into a lease for an asset, but is it the right lease and what are the financial implications and benefits or lack of benefits around that transaction. That’s the $ 50,000 dollar question!

Because almost 80% of all business utilize leasing Canada - that’s why it sometimes is both easy and mis- understood. Many business owners simply don't either under the lease product/service offering, or, alternatively fail to recognize the benefits. Yes, its only one method of financing an asset (you can consider a term loan)... but when a lessor / lease company’s recognize you know what you're talking about you have simply increased your chances for success.

Lease and equipment finance doesn’t bring cash flow and working capital into your company, but boy does it reduce the amount of funds that go out of your firm! The ownership of the equipment from by the lessor, for the term of the lease allows you to structure payments, write off payments as an operating expense, and more importantly keep you ' nimble' when it comes to assets and technologies that you finance over short or long terms. (Typical lease terms in Canada range from 3-5 years).

Business owners might want to do the math but we're quite sure that if you work the numbers it makes sense to enter into a couple of short term equipment finance transaction rather than purchase/buy outright the same assets over a number of years.

If you do invest time in understanding some lease finance basics, or alternatively work with an expert you'll see that you can actually determine when it makes sense to either upgrade, return, or renew any lease finance transaction.

Can our DIY lease financing business owner affect the final credit and structure approval of his or her transaction? The reality is that tougher credit standards are in place since the 2008-2009 global recessions. Therefore the industry focuses on creditworthy lessees- but the good news is that some basic structuring around any transaction can still make your deal happen. Issues such as term, pricing and down payment can be negotiated to the point where it makes sense for the lessor and your firm.

Working an experienced Canadian business lease financing advisor can ensure you get the best pricing, structure, and achieve the benefits you're looking for.

So, everyone’s talking about ' DIY ' these days. Why not invest some time in developing a solid relationship with a lease advisor? Success in asset leasing allows you to grow your company with the assets you require... today!






Stan Prokop - founder of 7 Park Avenue Financial -

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com

Originating business financing for Canadian companies , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing . In business 7 years - has completed in excess of 80 Million $$ of financing for Canadian corporations .Info re: Canadian business financing & contact details :


http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com/equipment_finance_companies_lease_leasing_asset.html

Power Your Business Financing with Canadian ABL Services – Why Asset Based Lending Works

It's always about the bank. Well ... not always... It seems that Canadian business financing continues to evolve and Canadian ABL services via asset based financing credit facilities are slowly getting to the top of the popularity pile.

Why does this type of financing work well and why is it becoming the accepted alternative to traditional Canadian chartered bank financing? We think we know why.

Although it might seem that the Canadian business and economic environment changes quickly these days we maintain that for the last two or 3 years the one thing that hasn’t changed is the ability for Canadian business owners and financial managers to get ' traditional ' financing from those great folks at the bank.

Skepticism and bank regulations in Canada seem to eliminate more and more qualified business borrower’s everyday. So it’s a struggle and if you are a small or medium sized firm in Canada the ability to grow or change your business is difficult.

Enter ABL lending in the Canadian marketplace. This type (we call it non-bank) of revolving credit facility is the new ' band aid ' for almost any size business, filling the void between traditional financing.

So why an asset is based lending facility able to work for your firm when a bank facility might not even is attainable. We guess it’s about risk and reward, in that for the same or higher cost almost any decent sized business has the ability to qualify for ABL services and financing.

The other side of the coin is also that the whole approval process is often quicker, in that there is only one key agenda item to review - your assets. Typically these assets are receivables; inventory and equipment, with real estate a borrowing possibility also, included right in your asset based lending facility.

We speak of the ' power ' of ABL. The true power lies simply in the fact that the assets we mentioned that are used as collateral are margined significantly higher than in the manner that a bank would margin those same assets. So it isn’t your financial statements strength that has the power - it’s those ' assets ' within the financials!

The broad appeal of asset based lending also lies in the fact that it’s flexible, that the other side of our ABL power equation. Your firm doesn’t necessarily have to be profitable (it helps ... but not required) and even if you face current financial challenges and setbacks you are still eligible. Even special loans clients can use ABL to escape from the restrictive claws of a special loans environment.

So whats our bottom line - it simply that if the Canadian banking environment continues to be unable to serve the demands of fast growing or challenged business... well... ABL financing services will step in and nicely fill that gap.

Ultimately it still might be your business goal to obtain a ' traditional ' facility. That’s ok of course. In the meantime thought consider the true power of asset based lines of credit as a funding option that will meet all your financing needs... today! Speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business financing advisor to eliminate that uphill financing battle you've been facing.



Stan Prokop - founder of 7 Park Avenue Financial -

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com

Originating business financing for Canadian companies , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing . In business 7 years - has completed in excess of 80 Million $$ of financing for Canadian corporations .Info re: Canadian business financing & contact details :

http://www.parkavenuefinancial.com/abl_lending_financing_canadian_services_asset.html

Canadian ABL Lending - True Success In Banking and An Asset Financing Loan

Are you enjoying life as a commercial borrower in Canada - We can't even imagine some of the answers to that question, although we have certainly heard a lot of the stories! Let's examine why a new breath of fresh air, ABL lending has become a favorite and very unique banking and asset financing strategy in Canada.

One of our favorite expressions these days is that the old ways don’t work anymore. As it relates to today’s subject we're talking of course about commercial banking facilities in Canada, and focusing primarily on firms that have challenges to raise working capital and cash flow facilities that work.

It often comes down to a comparison of the two types of financing, traditional Canadian commercial banking, and our favorite new kid on the block, ABL lending and banking. We use the term new but quite honestly it’s simply a Canadian business financing facility that hasn’t been heard of by many Canadian business owners and financial managers for a variety of reasons. Maybe some people prefer to hide a good thing and keep it secret.

So whats better, a ' regular ' commercial banking facility via a Canadian chartered bank, or ABL lending and financing via a true asset based line of credit? Regular commercial facilities are extremely focused on criteria for mutual success - we say mutual because we hope everyone agrees your firm and the lender both have to win. (By the way, we are on our clients side! in that battle)

Got what it takes for a Canadian commercial banking facility - you know the drill - you need reasonable leverage, no significant events that are negative in nature, covenants that are a combo of income statement and balance sheet based, - example: fixed charge coverage, etc!

But hey, what about ABL banking and asset financing - whats required there. . Are you ready? Just assets!

That’s the appeal of asset based banking and financing - it focuses almost solely on current assets, key categories being of course receivables and inventory. Where our commercial banking friends focus in a dramatically different manner in analyzing and funding your business the ABL focus is simply n asset monitoring, and ensuring you can borrow on a daily basis at the highest of advance rates based on real world values of your assets. Oh, and by the way ' strange events ' are fully allowed - so you have a challenge, an acquisition, a special loan situation, a year of bad luck .. You will still be forgiven by abl lending and banking.

Want to ensure you have maximum availability on borrowing against your assets on a daily basis - speak to a trusted, credible and experienced Canadian business financing advisor about an asset based line of credit that makes perfect sense for your company.

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Stan Prokop - founder of 7 Park Avenue Financial -

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com

Originating business financing for Canadian companies , specializing in working capital, cash flow, asset based financing . In business 7 years - has completed in excess of 50 Million $$ of financing for Canadian corporations .Info re: Canadian business financing & contact details :

http://www.7parkavenuefinancial.com/abl_lending_banking_loan_asset_financing.html