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Refinancing your hospitality equipment loans: when it is worth it

Most owners sign one finance deal and never look at it again. That is understandable. You are busy running a venue, not watching interest markets. But a lot can change in a few years, and the finances you set up when you opened might not be the best fit today. That is where refinancing comes in.
Refinancing your hospitality equipment loans: when it is worth it
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October

Most owners sign one finance deal and never look at it again. That is understandable. You are busy running a venue, not watching interest markets. But a lot can change in a few years, and the finances you set up when you opened might not be the best fit today. That is where refinancing comes in.

Refinancing simply means replacing an existing loan with a new one, usually to get better terms, free up cash, or tidy up several debts into one. Nothing changes on the floor. The gear keeps working. What changes is the shape of what you owe.

It can be worth reviewing your finance if:

  • Your loan is a few years old and your business has grown since
  • You are juggling several separate finance deals at once
  • Cash flow is tight and you want a little more breathing room
  • You have a large payment or balloon coming up

What can change

Depending on your situation, refinancing might lower your repayments, stretch or reshape the term to match how you actually trade, or roll several commitments into a single, simpler payment. Sometimes it can free up cash you can put back into the business.

Refinancing is not automatically the right move. It is worth checking any costs involved and making sure the new arrangement genuinely leaves you better off, not just moving the problem around. A good broker will tell you honestly if it is not worth it.

How can we help

Rather than you calling around, we review your current setup and check it against what other lenders can offer. It costs nothing to have that look, and you keep control of any decision. If you have not reviewed your equipment finance in a while, a quick check might be worth it.

*The information in this post is provided for general information only and does not take into account your personal situation. You should consider whether the information is appropriate to your needs, and where appropriate, seek professional advice from financial, legal and taxation advisors. Although every effort has been made to verify the accuracy of the information as at the date of publication, Geared Finance, its officers, employees and agents disclaim all liability (except for any liability which by law cannot be excluded), for any error, inaccuracy, or omission from the information for any reason, including due to the passage of time, or any loss or damage suffered by any person directly or indirectly through relying on this information.

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Stomping Ground Brewing Co.
I have been working with Geared Finance for over 10 years. During this time, they have helped us with our equipment finance needs and have been a pleasure to deal with. The team is responsive, fast, and easy to work with. They go above and beyond, even liaising with suppliers to streamline the process.
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Sodexo
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Fabulous Catering
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Alphington Grammar School
Geared Asset Finance has financed our school’s IT equipment over the years. As a school, we need flexibility and an understanding of financial cycles, which they provide. Their support and service are reliable, and we’ve always felt confident working with them. We highly recommend them to others.
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Geelong Collision Care
The team at Geared Asset Finance has been phenomenal. They handle our business finances from start to finish and are always available to help. Their long-term support has made a real difference to us. We’ve trusted them for years, and we’re sure we’ll continue to work with them well into the future.
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