Great Benefits of a 125 Home Equity Loan

Do you know what a 125 home equity loan is? I’m sure you know all about traditional home equity loans where you can borrow money using the equity in your home as collateral for the loan. These secured loans provide many people with cash for a wide range of uses. Of course there are other types of equity loans besides the traditional equity loan, and the 125 home equity loan is one of these options. This type of loan lets you get even more cash than usual based on the available equity in your home.

Let me first define what equity is. Your home’s equity is quite simply the difference in what you owe the bank still and the value of your home. For example, if your home is valued at $300,000 and you still owe $150,000 to the mortgage company then you have $150,000 in equity. One nice benefit is that in a rising real estate market you gain additional equity simply through the rise in your homes value.

Traditional Home Equity Loans vs. 125 Home Equity Loans
In a traditional home equity loan you are offered a loan that does not exceed the amount of equity present in your home. So, if you have $25,000 in equity you’re able to get a loan for $25,000. This loan can be used to pay for anything you want from home improvements to education or even a vacation if you choose.

The difference between the traditional secured loan and a 125 home loan is in the amount you can borrow. With a 125 loan you can borrow up to 125% of the present value in your home. In this case if you have $25,000 in your home you would be offered a loan of $31,250. In the past many lenders would shy away from this type of loan since part of it is unsecured and increases their risk. These days however more and more lenders, especially online lenders are offering this kind of partially unsecured loan. If you’re thinking of applying for this type of loan you should know that a high credit score will help you greatly in getting approved.

125 Home Equity Loan Warning
The 125 secured loan is especially suited for those who need access to a large amount of money. If you are thinking of using the money to start a business or take on a large home improvement project a 125 loan could meet your needs quite well.

Keep in mind that as long as home values continue to rise or at least stay stagnant you’re in little danger from this type of loan. However, if your home value declines your equity will decline as well and you could actually end up owing more than your home is worth.

It really depends on your needs and circumstances to determine how much sense a 125 home equity loan makes for you. As I said previously, it can be very useful for those starting a business, particularly if you expect the business to have good cash flow. It is also useful for large home improvements since they are likely to increase your home’s value and also your equity. Just be careful that you don’t overextend yourself when taking any type of home equity loan.

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All About Coffee Machine and Equipment Leasing

Coffee Machine and Equipment Leasing

I have been a consultant involved in the Coffee World for some years, advising clients and helping them choose the right equipment to suit their needs. Equipment can of course be purchased with good old fashioned cash or a Business Loan from your Bank. However, the latter is not so easy these days. Another alternative that has seen growth in the last few years is Equipment Leasing. Leasing is available in many countries and certain Terms and Conditions vary. Tax benefits that Leasing can bring also vary from country to country. I can only speak from my knowledge of the UK market. I advise clients on many Coffee Machine Leasing packages to suit all their business needs. One thing the client doesn’t always realise is that they can add other equipment requirements to their Lease Agreement. For example; Kitchen Equipment, “front of house” equipment and fittings. You name it – It can be Leased.

What is Equipment Leasing?

Equipment Leasing is the process of securing the use of pretty much any type of equipment these days; Office equipment, Computers, various types of machinery. Within the Catering Industry this could mean EVERY piece of equipment used in the kitchen and “front of house”. Ovens. Toasting Ovens. Refrigeration. Ovens and Cooking ranges. Deep Fat Fryers, Food processors etc. Front of house equipment would not only include the very important COFFEE MACHINE, but may also include Panini Grills. Counters. Refrigerated Serve Over Counters. Tills. EPOS systems. Leasing can even be used to finance fabrication works, shop fittings, shop furniture, tables and chairs. Even structural building works can be Leased. All these things are needed but cost money, which is not always readily available. Therefore Leasing can provide the financial means to get the right equipment when opening a new coffee shop, restaurant etc. The other benefit is that Leasing can relieve cashflow. For established businesses Leasing can be used to refurbish and replace equipment.

By entering into a Lease contract to utilize equipment for a specified period of time, a business or individual can enjoy the benefits of usage without having the need for a large capital injection of CASH! Many industries make use of equipment leasing. In some instances, choosing to lease necessary equipment and machinery is an ideal situation for new or established businesses with very little working capital. Rather than investing large amount of limited resources, leasing necessary equipment makes it possible to secure more up to date models and focus on the task of growing the business.

The Changing Face of Finance

Equipment leasing and equipment finance has changed greatly in the UK in the last few years. The main change, as many business owners are painfully aware, is the lack of availability of funding and finance from the High Street Banks! Although this situation can also affect Leasing, Lease companies also have access to many other friendly industry capital funders. However, some funders will only finance established businesses. A bit of a “Catch 22″ situation. This is not always the case with Leasing. However, you have to find the right Lease Company. Some 75% of all Leases that I have arranged over the last few years have been for “New Start” businesses.

Obtaining conventional Business Loans from the High Street Banks is still not good. A recent report from the Federation of Small Business (2012) stated that 40% of small businesses had been refused credit from their Bank. Also, that Bank lending had fell by some 5%. This is despite calls from the UK Government over the last few years for Banks to increase their lending to business. The Business Secretary stated that Banks were still risk adverse and a constant source of frustration to the Government. However, there could be “light at the end of the tunnel” The Business Secretary announced in September 2012 of the creation of the Government backed “Small Business Bank.” The other good news is that Leasing increased during this period. Businesses have turned to Leasing to overcome the lack of Bank lending and been successful.

There are other advantages with Equipment Leasing. It’s Tax efficient. Please speak with your Accountant about specific Tax Benefits for your business. Equipment leasing is also an easy way to update equipment. Many lease agreements include provisions that allow older equipment to be exchanged for newer models. This option can be extremely helpful when a business outgrows the capabilities of an older piece of equipment and requires something more robust to keep up with company growth.

Lease Rental – Lease to Buy – Lease Purchase?

A word of warning with the term “rental.” Some Lease Companies and Suppliers don’t give customers the option to purchase outright. At the end of the Lease period the customer has to renew the Lease for a fixed period of time or give the equipment back to the Lease Company or Supplier. This obviously can create a serious problem. Ensure that suppliers of your equipment and the Lease Company involved give their customers the option to buy outright at the end of the period. This can usually be arranged for just for just one extra months payment in most cases. Other alternatives already mentioned are; half way through a Lease you can upgrade to a new/bigger/better machine, the same as you might do when buying a car. Also, if you wish, you can usua

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