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In an equipment HP agreement, the lender assesses affordability using business information like bank statements and turnover, alongside the asset’s value and acceptable condition or age. Terms are often influenced by deposit or advance, and smaller or higher-risk applications may be supported by directors or owners. Decision times are often about 1 to 3 weeks for straightforward cases. Pricing is usually shown as an APR or effective rate, commonly in the region of 6% to 15% APR depending on the deal, term and equipment risk.

With a lease structure, the provider evaluates the business details and the equipment, including the expected residual value based on asset age and condition. Many deals are priced as a fixed monthly rental, or as an APR or finance rate equivalent. UK market ranges for asset-backed SME leases are often around 7% to 16% APR equivalent, depending on term length, deposit or advance and equipment specifics. For standard applications, decisions are often around 1 to 3 weeks, with funds paid to the supplier or via an agreed arrangement.

Refinance or upgrade deals are assessed based on acceptable ownership and the remaining value or remaining useful life of existing machinery. Lenders may review whether there is positive equity and check performance evidence such as recent turnover, and service history where available. Decision times are commonly around 2 to 4 weeks because the lender may need more review of existing arrangements and equipment condition. Rates for these deals can be higher or lower than new equipment finance, with a realistic broad market range often around 6% to 15% APR equivalent.