Calculator methodology

Cash vs Equipment Finance Calculator: Methodology

The calculator estimates equipment-finance repayments/cost and shows how much cash remains available by financing rather than paying the full purchase price.

Calculation approach

  • The optional return on retained cash is a sensitivity only and is not a forecast.
  • GST, depreciation, tax deductions and residual asset value are deliberately excluded.
  • Use post-purchase working-capital needs when deciding how much cash to retain.

What the calculator deliberately does not decide

The calculator does not select a lender, predict approval, expose lender policy or provide personal financial or tax advice. It is a transparent comparison tool so you can test structure before seeking a quote.

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Sources and verification

General information only. It is not personal financial, tax or legal advice. Finance approval, pricing and structure are subject to lender assessment and your circumstances.

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