Analyzing Lease Versus Buy Decisions" Simulation Summary A. For a high-technology item, like computer equipment, is the lease option preferable from the very outset? Why or why not? Yes, because from the start companies are not profitable and do not receive tax breaks. To buy out right can be costly and equipment will need to be upgraded sooner than the old equipment is profitable. Companies will most likely need to upgrade to remain competitive this …
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…Selling the asset can unlock large amounts of cash. The problem of retaining use of the asset, which is critical to the operations, can be solved by leasing the same asset back. If there were no specialized asset leasing business, then you would have to search for a buyer that would be willing to lease back the property. The specialized asset leasing business takes care of the hassle of you trying to find a buyer.