Zero Down Equipment Financing: What It Really Means and When It Makes Sense
Understand the Real Cost of “Zero Down” Zero down equipment financing gets attention fast. For many business owners, it sounds like a no-brainer — access to essential equipment without spending any cash upfront. But while the appeal is real, the details matter. Not every zero-down structure is the same, and some can carry hidden risks […]
U.S. Equipment Finance Activity Surges to Record High in January 2026
Industry starts the year with unprecedented new business volume as manufacturers drive demand The U.S. equipment finance industry kicked off 2026 with unprecedented momentum, according to the latest CapEx Finance Index (CFI) released by the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA). January’s new business volume (NBV) climbed to a record $11.6 billion, marking the highest monthly total in the […]
Michigan Farmers Incentivized to Try Propane-Powered Agricultural Equipment in 2026
Michigan farmers have a new incentive to try propane-powered agricultural equipment in 2026, with reimbursements designed to offset upfront costs while also generating real-world performance data on propane technology. The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) is promoting its 2026 “Propane Farm Research Program,” which compensates participating farmers for purchasing eligible propane-powered farm equipment and […]
John Deere Expands U.S. Operations: New Indiana Distribution Center and North Carolina Excavator Plant
In late January 2026, John Deere announced plans to open two new U.S. facilities as part of a broader effort to expand domestic manufacturing and logistics capacity. The projects include a new parts distribution center near Hebron, Indiana, and a new excavator manufacturing plant at the company’s Kernersville, North Carolina campus. While the individual announcements […]
Rudd Equipment Strengthens Midwest Presence with Strategic Iowa Expansion
Rudd Equipment Company has significantly expanded its regional footprint through a $17 million asset acquisition that establishes the Kentucky-based dealer as the exclusive Volvo Construction Equipment representative across most of Iowa. The transaction, which closed on January 30, 2026, represents a strategic consolidation in the Midwest heavy equipment market and marks the first major expansion […]
How a Contractor Financed $800K to Expand Their Heavy Equipment Fleet
Discover how a rapidly growing construction contractor secured $800,000 in equipment financing—no upfront cash required—to acquire new trucks, trailers, and support equipment, enabling them to meet demand and take on larger contracts. With multiple infrastructure and transport projects ramping up, this contractor turned to Lion Tech Finance for fast, flexible capital. We structured a 100% […]
How a Game Studio Financed $133K to Scale Development Infrastructure
Faced with looming release deadlines and performance bottlenecks, a top interactive entertainment studio partnered with Lion Tech Finance. We structured a 100% equipment financing package on $133,792 of high-end development workstations and back-end servers, no upfront cash required, enabling their teams to build and test next-generation titles without capital strain. Key Highlights Pain Point: Aging […]
How a Heavy Civil Contractor Secured $250K in Working Capital to Scale Operations
Facing rising project demands and delayed receivables, a top grading and paving contractor turned to Lion Tech Finance. We structured a $250,000 working capital loan, no upfront cash required, so they could invest in essential equipment, cover payroll, and bid on new contracts without straining cash reserves. Key Highlights Pain Point: Ongoing projects required additional […]
Equipment Financing Success for Architectural Consulting Firm
Facing tight budgets and aging design infrastructure, a leading architectural firm partnered with Lion Tech Finance. We secured an approved credit decision of $895,752 for next‐generation workstations and software through People’s Capital and Leasing Corporation, structured over 60 months with deferred first payment and customizable schedules, enabling immediate deployment and uninterrupted project delivery. Key Highlights […]
Case Study Equipment Financing Success for Studio Operations
Facing production delays and rising maintenance expenses, a leading studio operations division partnered with Lion Tech Finance. We structured a 100 percent financing package of $881,700.04 for studio production hardware, financing $846,881.56 over a 60 month term, so they could deploy next generation equipment immediately and maintain seamless content workflows. Key Highlights Pain Point: legacy […]