Asset Finance
Fund the equipment your business needs without draining working capital. Asset finance lets you spread the cost of vehicles, machinery, technology, and equipment over its useful life — keeping cash free for growth.
What isAsset Finance?
Asset finance is funding secured against a physical asset — the equipment, vehicle, or machinery you're purchasing. Because the asset itself serves as security, rates are typically lower than unsecured loans. The main forms are hire purchase (you own the asset after the final payment), finance lease (you use the asset for a fixed period and pay a rental), and operating lease (the lender retains ownership and you return the asset). Asset refinance lets you release equity from assets you already own.
Best for:
- Purchasing commercial vehicles, HGVs, or fleet cars
- Acquiring manufacturing equipment, CNC machines, or production lines
- Upgrading IT infrastructure, servers, or office fit-outs
- Investing in agricultural machinery or construction plant
- Releasing cash from existing owned assets (refinancing)
- Replacing ageing equipment without a large upfront capital outlay
Why businesses chooseAsset Finance.
Lower Rates
Because the asset secures the finance, rates are typically 3–7% — significantly lower than unsecured lending.
Preserves Working Capital
No large upfront payment — spread the cost over 1–7 years and keep cash for operations.
Tax Efficient
Lease payments are typically fully tax-deductible as a business expense, and assets may qualify for capital allowances.
Flexible End-of-Term
Choose to own the asset, return it, or upgrade to newer equipment at the end of the agreement.
Lenders offering Asset Finance
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Specialist Tip
Consider the asset's useful life when choosing a term. For IT equipment (3–4 year life), a 3-year lease makes sense. For heavy machinery (10+ year life), a 5–7 year hire purchase could work better.
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