News Room: The Shop Is Full and the Cash Is Not: What Independent Aviation Repair Stations Are Facing in 2026
An owner of an established independent aviation repair station gets a call from a regional operator, cargo carrier, flight school or business aviation customer. The customer has recurring engine or component work available and wants to know whether the shop can take...
The New Machine Was Eight Months Out. The Used One Was on the Lot. That Changed My Decision.
The new excavator looked like the safer choice. It was newer, came with factory support, and offered the confidence that comes with buying equipment without a known operating history. There was only one problem. The dealer could not deliver it for eight months. A used...
The Fed Raised Rates Today. Here's What That Changes for Your Equipment Purchase
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points on September 16, 2026, moving the target range to 3.75% to 4.00%. It was the first rate increase since 2023. If you delayed an equipment purchase while waiting for the Fed’s decision, the...
Record Equipment Financing Meets Extended Lead Times: Why the Delivery Date May Matter More Than the Approval
For a business owner, the equipment decision is no longer only about whether the machine, vehicle, or electrical component can be financed. The more important question may be: When will the equipment actually arrive, and what will happen to the business between...
The Headlines Say Equipment Financing Is at a Record. The Equipment Lot Says Buyers Are Waiting.
You are standing on an equipment lot, looking at a machine your company may genuinely need. Before you arrived, you read the headlines. Equipment financing activity is reportedly at a record. The market sounds strong. Capital is moving. Then the dealer tells you...