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January 13, 2026
January 13, 2026
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November 12, 2025
November 12, 2025
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With housing affordability at record lows, some have floated the idea of introducing 50-year mortgage terms to make homeownership more accessible — especially for younger first-time buyers. While the concept sounds appealing, the financial reality tells a different story. At a 6.125% interest rate, the monthly payment difference between a… Continue Reading Why a 50-Year Mortgage Won’t Really Help First-Time Buyers
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July 22, 2025
July 22, 2025
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Yes, the One Big Beautiful Bill is designed to benefit business owners by making several tax cuts and provisions permanent that were previously set to expire. These changes are intended to provide businesses with more certainty and flexibility, encourage investment, and ultimately boost the economy. Here’s how the One Big Beautiful… Continue Reading Big Beautiful Bill – 2025
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July 1, 2025
July 1, 2025
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As business owners, it’s essential to embrace the journey ahead with optimism and resilience amid the rapid political and social changes that shape our environment. While the landscape may be evolving, we are witnessing remarkable growth opportunities across various sectors, ready to be seized by those who dare to innovate… Continue Reading Step Boldly into a New Era
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April 29, 2025
April 29, 2025
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High interest rates have many business owners hesitating on new equipment purchases—but in industries like transportation, construction, manufacturing, and energy, the need for reliable, high-performance equipment doesn’t go away. In fact, this is exactly the time when smart operators invest strategically to stay ahead. At First US Finance, we work… Continue Reading Why Businesses Should Keep Investing—Even with High Interest Rates
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January 7, 2025
January 7, 2025
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Tariffs—taxes imposed on imported goods—are often used by governments to protect domestic industries. While they can sound like a positive measure for boosting local businesses, tariffs come with complex economic consequences that can significantly affect small businesses in the U.S. Higher Costs for Goods and Products When tariffs are imposed,… Continue Reading How Tariffs Can Impact the U.S. Economy: What Small Business Owners Need to Know
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December 18, 2024
December 18, 2024
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Today, the Federal Reserve is widely expected to announce a quarter-point rate cut, but the real focus for businesses lies in its updated economic projections. According to Bloomberg, the Fed’s September “dot plot” suggested significant rate reductions of a full percentage point in both 2024 and 2025. However, recent reports… Continue Reading Business Owners Bet on Deeper Fed Rate Cuts in 2025
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August 22, 2024
August 22, 2024
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When the Federal Reserve lowers the bank rate, it can have significant ripple effects throughout the economy, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). These rate reductions are often intended to stimulate economic growth by making borrowing more affordable, and for SMBs, this can translate into both opportunities and challenges.… Continue Reading The Impact of Federal Bank Rate Reductions on Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
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May 21, 2024
May 21, 2024
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In the current economic climate, interest rates have risen to levels we haven’t seen in years. Current prime rate is 8.50% which is what lenders use to set rates for loans, credit cards and lines of credit. Prime rates are usually 3% above the federal funds rate which is at… Continue Reading Why Financing Equipment Makes Sense for Business Owners, Even with Higher Interest Rates
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October 27, 2023
October 27, 2023
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When it comes to acquiring essential equipment for your business, you have options. While many companies turn to their commercial banks for financing, working with an equipment finance broker offers a host of advantages that can make the process smoother and more cost-effective. Here are six big benefits to consider:… Continue Reading 6 Key Benefits of Using an Equipment Finance Broker Over a Commercial Bank
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June 23, 2022
June 23, 2022
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Capital Financing Loans from 5 – 20 Years The hindrance in making many commercial solar projects financially viable is the length of the standard loan. Five to seven years is often not long enough for larger projects to cash flow positively. Though there are long term alternatives, the lender/investor always… Continue Reading New Solar Financing with Extended Terms
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January 15, 2020
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February 28, 2018
February 28, 2018
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Solar financing requires a certain expertise and experience to get a project approved with all the benefits the energy user (offtaker) expects and deserves. Following is a summary of our longest solar finance programs along with standard shorter terms. Once we review a client’s financial status and approve, there are… Continue Reading Long, Long, Longer Solar Finance Solutions
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February 8, 2018
February 8, 2018
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July 3, 2017
July 3, 2017
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First US Finance LLC supports a Southern California solar developer in structuring a 25 year PPA (power purchase agreement) for Humboldt Conservation District in Samoa, California. The PPA rate and escalator for the 717.57 kW rooftop solar project will help the marine terminal lower its overall energy expenses by locking… Continue Reading First US Finance LLC structures 718kW Solar PPA for Humboldt Bay Harbor in California
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September 27, 2015
September 27, 2015
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A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) is a great way for a company or non-profit organization to pay a fixed or controlled rate for power over a 15 or 20 year period. The PPA electric rate is generally significantly discounted compared to the utility rate for the same energy. The company… Continue Reading Power Purchase Agreement – The Solution for Your Next Solar Project
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August 4, 2015
August 4, 2015
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A “deal killer” in financing is one that stops the approval review process right in it’s’ tracks. The finance request is dead and the chances of getting approved are gone. The deal killers are clear and usually well defined but somehow businesses still submit applications with these killers on the… Continue Reading Deal Killers – In Equipment Leasing and Financing
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July 21, 2014
July 21, 2014
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We have a new program for small ticket equipment financing which approves a client and funds a vendor the very same day. Approval decisions happen within 2 hours so you can use your new equipment right away. This is the fastest finance process in the industry! The Key Points include: Finance amount:… Continue Reading New Program with 1 Day Approvals & Funding – Equipment Cost: $5,000 – $25,000
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June 13, 2014
June 13, 2014
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Some scenarios or questions come up on a weekly basis and this is a good opportunity to share them with you here. If you think of others, please let me know. GQAF – How fast can my finance move because we’re in a big hurry. Answer – Usually the pacing… Continue Reading Good Questions Asked Frequently – GQAF
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