Equipment Loan Calculator
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Section 179 equipment deduction?
Section 179 allows businesses to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment in the year of purchase rather than depreciating it over years. In 2024 the limit is $1,160,000 of equipment with a phase-out starting at $2,890,000. This can create significant first-year tax savings — a $50,000 equipment purchase at 25% tax rate saves $12,500 in taxes in year one.
Equipment loan vs equipment lease: which is better?
Buy (loan) when: you will use the equipment for its full useful life, it holds value, and you want the Section 179 deduction upfront. Lease when: you need to upgrade frequently (technology equipment), you want lower monthly payments, or you want off-balance-sheet financing. Operating leases also allow full deduction of lease payments as business expenses.
What types of equipment qualify for financing?
Virtually any business equipment qualifies: heavy machinery, construction equipment, medical equipment, restaurant equipment, IT and technology, vehicles, manufacturing equipment, agricultural equipment, and office furniture. Most lenders require the equipment to have a useful life matching or exceeding the loan term. Used equipment typically qualifies for shorter terms.