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EQUIPMENT FINANCING TIPS: BUSINESS INSIGHTS BLOG
Equipment financing tips, tax basics and advice for growing your business — you’ll find the construction equipment financing help you need here.
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2023-11-21 4 Ways Cat Financial Services Offer You More Value
November 21, 2023
Discover the advantages of Cat Financial services versus those of traditional lenders.
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2023-09-30 Ways to Save on Heavy Equipment
September 30, 2023
Learn about the many ways to save on heavy equipment. From renting to financing, there are tips and tricks to get the most out of every dollar you spend on acquiring heavy equipment, financing a rebuild, buying parts or paying for service.
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2023-07-17 Engine Protection: Why Add Extended Service Coverage?
July 17, 2023
Find out how to add engine or generator protection to help control costs and downtime.
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2023-06-26 The Benefits of Buying or Leasing Used Cat® Equipment
June 26, 2023
Thinking of buying or leasing used equipment? See how either could benefit your business.
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2023-04-25 Where to Start with Equipment Financing: Business Tools and Resources from Cat Financial
April 25, 2023
There's a lot to know if you're new to financing heavy equipment for the first time. To help, we've put together this guide with resources and tools to get you started and make sure you're prepared when you’re ready to apply for equipment financing.
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2023-04-12 What is Equipment Financing and How Does it Work?
April 12, 2023
Before you invest in heavy equipment, it's best to evaluate your equipment needs to ensure you choose the best option for your business. Learn more about equipment financing and how Cat Financial can help you find a solution for your business needs.
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2023-03-14 Equipment Protection Plans: Coverage & Finance Options
March 15, 2023
Discover the benefits of having an equipment protection plan. Learn how safeguarding your Cat machinery with a comprehensive plan can mitigate risks and enhance long-term performance.
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2023-03-01 Tax Considerations for Heavy Equipment
March 01, 2023
Purchasing heavy equipment is an investment that can offer many benefits for your business. If your business relies on heavy equipment to get the job done, it's essential to understand the tax obligations and benefits associated with owning equipment. Here are a few heavy equipment tax considerations to be aware of for your business.
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2022-12-08 Do I Need Commercial General Liability Insurance?
December 08, 2022
Protect your business against financial loss related to bodily injury, personal injury or physical damage to others.
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2022-11-10 How to Finance Engine Overhaul Costs
November 10, 2022
What’s the best way to manage engine overhaul cost? Explore your financing options.
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2022-10-31 Options for Acquiring Heavy Equipment
October 31, 2022
Unlock smart choices for heavy equipment acquisition. Explore financing, leasing, renting and other fleet-building strategies for optimal business efficiency.
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2022-10-25 0% Equipment Financing - Too Good to Be True?
October 25, 2022
Is 0% financing a good deal for you, the buyer? Learn how zero interest loans work, and how to save money on your next Cat® equipment purchase with our guide to equipment financing.
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2022-10-03 Should You Repair, Rebuild or Replace Cat® Equipment?
October 03, 2022
A machine rebuild offers distinct advantages over repair — and is less expensive than replacement. Let’s review the pros and cons of repair, rebuild and replace.
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2022-08-08 How Much Does It Cost to Rebuild Your Cat® Machine?
August 08, 2022
Cat® Certified Rebuilds cost significantly less than new equipment. Get your equipment back to work in about 8-12 weeks with the help of Cat Financial.
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2022-03-27 The Ultimate Guide to Cat® Equipment Leasing
March 27, 2022
Equipment leasing can help you manage expenses and improve cash flow. Learn the difference between a finance or operating lease and which is best for your business.
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2021-12-20 Benefits of the Cat® Card with Cat Financial
December 20, 2021
Maximize benefits with the Cat Card from Cat Financial. Explore exclusive perks and flexible financing options for your equipment needs. Elevate your business with smart financial solutions.
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2021-09-01 How to Make the Most Out of Equipment Financing
September 01, 2021
When your construction business needs new equipment, Cat Financial can help you make the right equipment financial decisions.
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2020-08-31 Caterpillar Pay for Use and How it Can Help Your Business
August 31, 2020
Discover how the Caterpillar Pay For Use™ program can improve your cash flow and offer more convenience and flexibility in your daily business operations.
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2020-08-05 4 Tips to Generate Cash Flow as a Mining Company
August 05, 2020
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2020-07-01 Bids that Beat the Competition
July 01, 2020
4 Tips to help you improve your bidding strategy to win construction projects
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2020-06-08 Tips for Scheduling Equipment Maintenance
June 08, 2020
Maintaining the equipment you acquire through various finance and lease options is vital for getting a consistent return on your investment.
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2020-05-31 Managing Cash Flow When the Market Takes a Downturn
May 31, 2020
Discover what your business can do to protect itself and continue to develop and grow, even in difficult circumstances.
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2020-04-30 The Equipment Financing Questions You Need to Ask at Your Next Trade Show
April 30, 2020
Discover key leasing and financing options from potential providers.
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2019-12-31 The Tax Benefits of Buying Used Equipment
December 31, 2019
Maximize the value of your used equipment purchase by taking advantage of the numerous tax benefits available once you add used equipment to your fleet.
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2019-12-20 Equipment Leasing vs. Financing
December 20, 2019
Both equipment lease and loan options have their advantages. Find out which can help you best optimize your budget in our equipment lease vs loan comparison.
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2019-10-10 The Value of a Captive Finance Company
October 10, 2019
A captive finance company is one owned by the manufacturer of the products you’re buying. And captive financing offers several benefits traditional lenders don’t.
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2019-09-30 How Does Small Business Equipment Financing Work?
September 30, 2019
Looking into financing equipment for a small business? See how small business equipment financing works and why you should consider lease and financing options.
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Complete Lease: A Lower-Cost Equipment Lease Agreement
Save money with an equipment lease agreement that includes maintenance and protection.
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The Buyer's Guide for Financing Cat® Equipment
Use these resources to simplify online shopping, Cat equipment financing and much more.
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What Equipment Financing Lenders Look for: The C's of Credit
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Protecting Your Small Business: 3 Reasons to Make Sure You're Covered
Be prepared for the unpredictable to keep business running smoothly.
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Fraud Prevention Checklist: 10 tips to help protect your personal and financial information
Our fraud prevention checklist has 10 tips to help you protect your personal and financial information. Learn how to recognize impersonators and more.
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Heavy Equipment Financing Calculators
Our payment and affordability calculators can help you make the right equipment financing decision. See our options of heavy equipment financing calculators.
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Find Out How Skip Payments Can Help You Manage Your Business Better
What are skip payments? How do I skip payments? Leverage the flexibility of skip payments during seasons you aren’t working
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