What Is Equipment Financing?

Equipment financing allows businesses to acquire essential machinery, tools, vehicles, or technology without the burden of a large upfront purchase. By financing equipment, you preserve working capital while spreading payments over time with affordable terms.

Whether you're looking to upgrade outdated equipment, expand production capacity, or replace broken assets, equipment financing provides a fast, flexible solution - without draining your cash flow.

What Is Equipment Financing? - AmeriFirst Finance

Equipment Financing Highlights

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Financing Amounts

$20,000 - $350,000

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Repayment Terms

24 - 72 months

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Funding Timeline

14 - 30 days

Common Uses for Equipment Financing

Whether you’re launching a startup or scaling operations, equipment financing empowers business owners to get essential tools without draining cash reserves. It applies across nearly every industry and helps bridge the gap between what you need and what you can afford upfront.

  • Heavy Machinery - Bulldozers, backhoes, forklifts, CNC machines, and manufacturing lines for construction or industrial use
  • Commercial Vehicles - Box trucks, cargo vans, refrigerated trucks, tow trucks, and fleet vehicles for logistics or field services
  • Medical Equipment - X-ray machines, patient monitoring systems, dental chairs, lab equipment, and mobility aids
  • Office & IT Infrastructure - Computers, servers, routers, VoIP phone systems, video conferencing equipment, and backup power
  • Fitness & Wellness Gear - Gym machines, massage chairs, tanning beds, rehab tools, or salon workstations
  • Food Service Equipment - Commercial ovens, refrigerators, prep tables, espresso machines, and deep fryers
How Can Equipment Financing Help My Business? - AmeriFirst Finance

How Can Equipment Financing Help My Business?

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Replace Outdated Equipment

Stay competitive by upgrading older or inefficient tools.

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Boost Productivity

Scale faster with the tools you need to meet demand.

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Preserve Cash Flow

Avoid large upfront payments and pay over time.

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Keep Control

Own your equipment instead of leasing it indefinitely.

Pros & Cons of Equipment Financing

Pros
  • ✔ Affordable monthly payments
  • ✔ Conserve cash for other priorities
  • ✔ Own the equipment at the end of the term
  • ✔ Fast approval and funding turnaround
Cons
  • ✘ May require a down payment
  • ✘ Equipment may depreciate over term
  • ✘ Higher rates for older equipment
  • ✘ Missed payments could result in repossession

Final thoughts about Equipment Financing

If you're looking to scale your business operations, equipment financing provides a smart and flexible way to acquire the tools you need without compromising your capital. With AmeriFirst Finance, we simplify the process and help you secure the funding fast - so you can focus on growing your business with confidence.

Equipment Financing - FAQs

You can finance nearly any type of business equipment, including heavy machinery, commercial vehicles, medical devices, point-of-sale systems, office technology, and more. If it’s essential to running your business, there’s a good chance it qualifies for financing.

Some lenders may require a small down payment, especially for high-value or specialized equipment. However, many financing programs offer little to no money down, depending on your credit profile and the type of equipment being purchased.

Most equipment financing approvals happen within 24–72 hours, and funding typically occurs within 7–14 business days. At AmeriFirst Finance, we streamline the process to help you access your equipment—and start using it—as quickly as possible.

Yes. In most equipment financing agreements, you own the equipment outright after the final payment. Unlike leasing, this means you’re building equity in the asset as you pay it off over time.

Like any business financing, lenders may check your credit as part of the approval process. Making on-time payments can improve your business credit profile over time, helping you qualify for larger amounts or better terms in the future.

Why businesses choose AmeriFirst Financing

Real business owners on speed, service, and outcomes with AmeriFirst - straight from our customers.

“As a seasonal business, cash flow dips can be brutal. AmeriFirst helped us secure a merchant cash advance that covered marketing costs during our slow period. We hit record bookings this summer and paid it back early. Great service and flexible terms.”

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Rachel K.
CEO | Coastline Spa Services | San Diego, CA

“I appreciated how AmeriFirst didn't treat us like just another number. As a childcare business, it's hard to get approved — but they worked with us, explained our options, and delivered. The funding let us renovate two classrooms and increase capacity.”

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Denise H.
Owner | Bright Minds Learning Center | Orlando, FL

“We applied for a line of credit and had multiple offers within hours. The rep helped us compare terms and select the one that made the most sense for our cash flow needs. We've already used it twice and it's been seamless.”

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Tyler B.
Operations Manager | Southpoint Delivery Co. | Phoenix, AZ

“I was skeptical at first, but the team at AmeriFirst was professional and didn't pressure me into anything. They explained everything clearly and gave me time to decide. I took a small working capital loan and it helped me hire a part-time tech.”

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Marcus V.
Founder | Prime Auto Detailers | Charlotte, NC

“AmeriFirst took the time to understand our business. We weren't a cookie-cutter client, but they found a funding solution that worked for us. Their referral program also gave us an unexpected bonus when we sent another business their way.”

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Henry L.
Managing Member | TriState IT Solutions | Newark, NJ

“We were hesitant about taking on funding, but AmeriFirst's team was helpful without being pushy. They walked us through every option and answered every question. The process was transparent and the funding helped us expand our seating and hire two more staff.”

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Sierra D.
Managing Partner | Urban Bistro | Austin, TX

“Getting started as a beauty brand, I needed startup funds for inventory and packaging. AmeriFirst came through when my bank didn't. They were fast, responsive, and made me feel confident every step of the way. I've already referred two friends!”

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Jasmine T.
Owner | Glow & Go Cosmetics | Chicago, IL

“AmeriFirst made the entire funding process incredibly easy. From the first call to the final approval, everything was clear and fast. We received the working capital we needed within 24 hours and were able to take on more contracts almost immediately.”

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Alex M.
Owner | Redwood Landscaping | Denver, CO

“When our printer lease fell through, we needed fast equipment financing. AmeriFirst got us approved the same day and funds were in our account by morning. Great communication and no surprises. We're now fully operational again thanks to them.”

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Lamar J.
Co-Founder | NextGen Print | Atlanta, GA

“We had a large event contract coming up and needed quick access to funds. AmeriFirst's process was smooth, and we were funded in under 48 hours. Their team answered all our questions and followed up after. Top-notch experience all around.”

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Tanya S.
Co-Owner | Blue Horizon Events | Seattle, WA