FAQ

When it comes to heavy machinery finance there is no good, better, best option based purely on the features and benefits of that loan product. The best finance type is the one that best suits your business set-up, and your approach to tax and balance sheet and addresses your financial objectives. Chattel Mortgage, CHP, Leasing and Rent to Own differ in regard to their treatment of GST, tax deductions and their suitability to either the cash or accruals method of accounting. The interest rate may vary for each loan type and you can review the interest rates we are achieving across the loan portfolio. The interest rate is just one component, albeit a very important component, of a loan. All aspects especially the tax benefit to be derived, should be assessed in deciding which loan product is the optimum for your business and the machinery being acquired which is best to discuss these issues with your accountant. There is no maximum limit on machinery finance so the price tag is no issue for most lenders.

Yes certainly. Pre-approved finance is available across the full loan portfolio and across all types of machinery. A pre-approved loan can be a smart move for all types of purchases but can be especially helpful when buying at auction. The loan is arranged based on an estimate of the amount you intend to bid at auction. The loan is quoted and on acceptance of the quote, the application is processed through to the approval stage. These stages are all obligation-free so you are under no commitment to proceed should be the under bidder at the auction. Pre-approved loans are valid for a set time period which you will be advised at the time of organising.

Yes. All secured equipment finance and loan agreements will require the borrower to take out a comprehensive insurance policy on the equipment and keep that policy current over the full term of the loan. When taking out finance, the lender will require details of the insurer and the policy to note in their records. They will require confirmation each year that the insurance policy has been renewed.  In addition to purchase finance, you may like to consider Insurance Premium Finance which allows businesses to spread the premiums over a number of instalments per year and help manage cashflow.

There are no particular restrictions or stipulations in regard to the type or brand of machinery that can be financed or the industry in which the machinery will be used. While the term heavy machinery is generally used in reference to heavy duty equipment for construction and earthmoving operations, that definition is not limited. Loans are provided for construction and building machinery, road building machines, mining and energy generation plant equipment, excavation equipment, waste disposal equipment, manufacturing and processing machinery, bulk handling equipment, farming and agricultural machinery, cranes and many more.