Equipment Lease vs Buy Calculator Guide
Lease vs Buy Analysis
Compares total cost of leasing vs. purchasing equipment, considering payments, interest, residuals, and tax effects.
Key Inputs
- Lease term, monthly payment, residual
- Purchase price, rate, loan term
- Tax rate and deductions
Example
Leasing at $500/month for 36 months vs. buying at $15,000; compare NPV of cash flows to select lowest cost.
FAQs
Residual value?
Affects lease total cost; higher residual lowers payments.
Tax treatment?
Leasing may offer immediate expensing; verify local rules.