Preparing for the New Lease Accounting Rules
The new lease accounting rules – ASC Topic 842 were signed in 2016 with a long implementation window such that public companies must transition to the new rules in 2019. And while 2019 seems distant, many actions should begin now. The presentation requirements are to show 3 year’s P&L (2017, 2018, & 2019) and 2 […]
WITH GE CAPITAL’S MONEY GONE, YOU JUST MIGHT NEED A COWBOY.
“Where have all the cowboys gone?” In addition to being a heavily mediocre ‘90s pop song, it’s a phrase that might be ringing in the head of middle market CFOs. For years there was a clear delineation when accessing capital: the banks and the industrial finance companies. And while it was occasionally fun to […]
CG Commercial Finance acquired by Atalaya Capital Management
CG Commercial Finance (CGCF) has completed a transaction selling all of the outstanding stock of the company to funds managed by Atalaya Capital Management LP.
Executive Summary
The FASB version of the Leases project is expected to be issued within the next 2 weeks. The following is a brief summary of the proposed changes and transition plan for Lessee Accounting
Top 10 Equipment Acquisition Trends for 2016
The Top 10 Equipment Acquisition Trends for 2015 are designed to assist businesses in planning their acquisition strategies
FASB – Preparing for the Upcoming Leasing Standard
During the first quarter of 2016, the FASB will issue its new standard on Leases. While the standard will represent a significant improvement to financial reporting, it also will be a change for many organizations—particularly those who engage in significant activities as a lessee.
Fair Market Value or $1 Buyout Lease
When you’re looking to preserve or access capital, equipment financing is an attractive option that offers these and numerous other benefits when acquiring equipment.
Convergence Lease Project
To help our clients better understand the FASB / IASB Convergence project and how it may affect their business, we have provided answers to the most common questions effecting lessees regarding the current state of the project.
Inception of the Lease
Issue: Identify the proper date of lease inception for multiple “takedowns” subject to a Master Lease Agreement. Inception of the lease. With the exception noted below, the date of the lease agreement or commitment, if earlier.
Infographic – The Road to Equipment Finance
Equip your business for success. Equipment finance not only contributes to businesses success, but also to U.S. economic growth, manufacturing and jobs. With 7 out of 10 businesses in the United States using some form of financing to acquire equipment assets, equipment finance is an important component of achieving business success.