How do you terminate an equipment lease in Washington?

Answer 1

When the economy struggles and orders dry up, corporate borrowers typically terminate leases for equipment that might sit idle during the slump. According to a recent Equipment Finance Leasing Association survey, over 20% of revenue from leasing companies that responded came from non-rent fees including termination costs. Terminating leases can be a costly prospect and if not handled properly and may end up costing more than expected. Many lease contracts are silent when it comes to early termination or early buyout options. The vast majority of lease contracts are non-cancelable. This creates a scenario where the borrower needs to negotiate with the lender and in almost all cases the lender has the most leverage. To effectively negotiate with a lender, the borrower must be knowledgeable of the terms and conditions of the original contract and understand the economics behind those same terms and conditions. A few of the issues that affect the negotiation include whether the lease is an operating or capital lease, if there is a fair market value clause, the presence of termination penalties, and the time value left on the contract. For over 17 years the Optimus Group has provided lease advisory programs designed for corporate finance executives who manage multiple lease lending sources to satisfy their capital expenditure purchases. The Optimus Group is an independent financial advisory firm that negotiates with leasing companies and banks on its clients' behalf. The Optimus Group's independence eliminates any conflict of interest unlike third party representatives which have inherent conflicts. In most cases, The Optimus Group, through its expertise in lease/loan contracts, is able to reduce total lease expenses by at least 10% to 15%. Optimus Group clients have $100 million to $10 billion in revenues and invest over $5 million in new equipment annually. For further information, contact us at 949.862.0555 or visit the The Optimus Group website at: http://www.optimusgroup.com [The Optimus Group] # # #