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An overview of the financial instruments we specialise in — Finanzierungsleasing and Factoring — and what they can do for your business.

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Industrial machinery and equipment for leasing
Finanzierungsleasing

Financial Leasing

Finanzierungsleasing is a long-term lease agreement in which the lessee (your company) uses an asset — machinery, vehicles, IT infrastructure, or other equipment — while the lessor retains legal ownership throughout the contract period. At the end of the term, various options may be available depending on the agreement structure.

This instrument is particularly relevant for businesses that require capital assets to operate or grow but prefer not to commit large sums of capital to outright purchases. Lease payments are typically treated as operating expenses, which can have accounting and tax implications — businesses should consult their own advisors regarding their specific situation.

Preserve working capital by avoiding large upfront equipment purchases
Predictable monthly payments support budget planning and forecasting
Access to up-to-date equipment without the risk of asset obsolescence
Lease payments may be deductible as business expenses (consult a tax advisor)
Applicable to a wide range of assets: vehicles, production equipment, IT systems
Financial documents and invoice management
Factoring

Accounts Receivable Factoring

Factoring is a financial transaction in which a business sells its outstanding invoices (accounts receivable) to a third party — the factor — at a discount, in exchange for immediate liquidity. Rather than waiting 30, 60, or 90 days for customer payments, your business receives funds quickly and can deploy that capital in operations.

Factoring is not a loan — it is the purchase of an asset (your receivable). This distinction has implications for balance sheets and credit ratings. The fee structure depends on the volume of invoices, average payment terms, and creditworthiness of your customers. Different forms of factoring exist — including recourse and non-recourse arrangements — and the right structure depends on your risk tolerance and customer base.

Convert unpaid invoices into immediate cash without waiting for payment
Reduce the administrative burden of debtor management and collections
Improve cash flow visibility and make more confident operational decisions
Non-recourse options available — transfer credit risk on customer defaults
Scalable — factoring capacity grows as your invoice volume grows
Comparison

Leasing or Factoring — Which Applies to You?

Both instruments address different business challenges. The right choice depends on what your business needs right now.

Choose Leasing If…

You need physical assets to operate
You want to avoid large capital expenditure
You prefer fixed monthly costs
You want flexibility at the end of term

Choose Factoring If…

You have customers with long payment terms
Cash flow gaps are affecting operations
You invoice B2B customers regularly
You want to outsource debtor management
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

With a loan, you borrow money to purchase an asset, which then belongs to you. With leasing, you pay to use an asset that remains owned by the lessor. This has different implications for your balance sheet, tax treatment, and asset risk. A financial advisor or accountant can help you determine which structure is more suitable for your specific situation.
In disclosed factoring arrangements, your customer is notified that the invoice has been sold and should make payment to the factor. In non-disclosed (silent) factoring, the arrangement remains confidential. The right approach depends on your industry and customer relationships. We can discuss both options when you make an enquiry.
Factoring is common across manufacturing, transport and logistics, staffing agencies, wholesale trade, and services firms with B2B invoice volumes. It is less applicable to businesses with predominantly cash or direct-consumer transactions. The key requirement is a regular flow of trade receivables from creditworthy customers.
A wide range of moveable assets can be leased, including commercial vehicles, machinery and production equipment, office and IT equipment, medical devices, and agricultural machinery. Real estate and certain intangible assets are typically handled through different financial structures.
No. This website is intended solely for informational purposes. Nothing on this site constitutes a financial offer, solicitation, or advice. To discuss whether our services may be relevant to your situation, please contact us directly.

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