Funding type

Equipment Financing

Equipment financing funds the machines, vehicles, and gear your business runs on, with the equipment itself serving as the collateral. Because the asset secures the deal, it is often easier to qualify for and can cover up to the full cost, so your cash stays in the business.

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At a glance
AmountsUp to 100%
Of the equipment cost
StructureSecured by the equipment
Time to fund1 to 3 business days
Best forBuying or upgrading equipment
The equipment is the collateral
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When the equipment secures the loan, the funding partner takes on less risk, and that shows up as easier approval and the ability to finance up to the full price of what you are buying.

Who equipment financing is best for

Equipment financing fits any business that runs on physical assets and would rather keep its cash than pay the full price out of pocket.

If you need flexible cash rather than a specific asset, a line of credit or a term loan fits better. We will show you the difference so you put the right tool to the right job.

How it works

The asset does the heavy lifting

The structure is simple because the equipment itself stands behind the loan, which is what keeps approval accessible and the cost reasonable.

01

You choose the equipment

New or used, from a dealer or a private seller. The specific asset you are buying becomes the basis for the financing.

02

The equipment secures the loan

Because the asset is the collateral, funding partners take on less risk, which often means easier approval and funding up to the full cost.

03

You repay over its useful life

Terms are set to track how long the equipment will earn for you, commonly two to seven years, with a steady payment.

04

You own it outright

Once the loan is paid, the equipment is fully yours. We can also look at lease structures if upgrading often suits you better.

The real numbers

What equipment financing actually looks like

Ranges, not promises. The asset, its age, and your profile all shape the deal. Here is the honest picture.

Amount
Up to 100% of the equipment cost, and sometimes the soft costs like delivery and installation on top.
Cost of funds
Generally lower than unsecured funding, because the equipment backs the loan. Newer assets and stronger profiles earn the best rates.
Term length
Usually 2 to 7 years, set to match the useful life of the equipment so the payment stays sensible.
Speed
Often 1 to 3 business days, since the asset is straightforward for a funding partner to value.
Qualifying
The bar is often lower than other funding, because the equipment reduces the funding partner's risk. The asset itself is part of the decision.

The figures above are general market ranges shown for education. They are not an offer, a quote, or a guarantee of approval or terms. Your actual amount, rate, and terms depend on the funding partner, the equipment, and your business profile.

The honest read

Strengths and tradeoffs

What makes it strong

  • Easier to qualify for, because the equipment secures the loan.
  • Can finance up to the full cost, so your cash stays in the business.
  • Lower rates than unsecured funding for the same business.
  • Fixed payments and terms set to match the equipment's useful life.
  • You own the asset outright once it is paid off.

!What to watch

  • The funds are tied to the equipment, not flexible cash you can use anywhere.
  • If you fall behind, the funding partner can repossess the equipment.
  • Older or specialized used equipment can carry tougher terms.
  • Over the full term, interest adds to the total cost of the asset.
How to qualify

What most funding partners look for

The bar is generally more forgiving here, because the equipment carries part of the risk. These are the common guideposts.

6+ mo

Time in business

Six months or more works for many funding partners, with longer history opening better terms.

The asset

The equipment

What you are buying matters. Newer, standard equipment is the easiest to finance well.

575+

Personal credit

A lower bar than unsecured funding, since the equipment backs the loan. Higher is still better.

Working with Spark

How we get you the right equipment financing

STEP 01

Tell us what you are buying

The equipment and the quote. A short conversation and a look at your numbers, with no impact to your credit to start.

STEP 02

We bring you real offers

We bring you the direct offers you qualify for, side by side, with the amount covered, the rate, the term, and the all-in cost on each.

STEP 03

We go to work

We handle the back and forth with the funding partner and get it funded so you can put the equipment to work. You decide, on your terms.

Questions

Equipment financing FAQ

Often, yes. Plenty of funding partners finance quality used equipment, though the age and type affect the terms. Newer, standard equipment is the easiest to finance on the best terms, while older or highly specialized gear can be tougher. We will tell you straight what your specific purchase looks like.

Frequently up to 100% of the equipment cost, and sometimes the soft costs like delivery and installation on top. Because the asset secures the loan, funding partners are comfortable covering the full price, which keeps your working capital free for the rest of the business.

With a financing structure, yes, the equipment is fully yours once the loan is paid off. If you prefer to upgrade often, a lease can make more sense, since it keeps payments lower and lets you swap equipment at the end. We will walk you through which fits your plan.

A wide range, including vehicles, manufacturing machinery, construction gear, restaurant and kitchen equipment, medical devices, computers, and more. If it is a tangible asset your business uses to operate, it can usually be financed. Tell us what you are buying and we will confirm.

No. Comparing your options with Spark does not affect your credit. We give you a clear picture and straight answers first, and a hard credit pull only happens later, with your go-ahead, if you choose to move forward.

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