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Lease financing deserves better data security and process efficiency – and that's exactly what we deliver.

Lease financing deserves better data security and process efficiency – and that's exactly what we deliver. Many companies already use leasing, but have experien

Just like in real life, you often need to get to know each other better first to find out how well you fit together!

Just like in real life, you often need to get to know each other better first to find out how well you fit together! LeasingPilot brings together what fits perf

Financing expenses cut off by the interest barrier: A publicly underappreciated problem, especially for

Financing expenses cut off by the interest barrier: A publicly underappreciated problem, especially for many Private Equity-led L

Why Should Private Equity Bother with Leasing Now?

Why should Private Equity bother with leasing now? Simple: Because it enables additional, longer-term, and more cost-effective financing flexibility.

Boost Your Liquidity!

Boost Your Liquidity! Why Sale & Leaseback is strategically compelling right now: In today's challenging times, many CFOs and Treasurers are looking for ways to

Leasing is tax-privileged under the interest barrier rule – and far too few people know it!

Leasing is tax-privileged under the interest barrier rule – and far too few people know it! In our advisory conversations, we repeatedly find: St

The monthly rate is often just the tip of the iceberg, while the true cost drivers hide in the fine print of lea

The monthly rate is often just the tip of the iceberg, while the true cost drivers hide in the fine print of leasing contracts. 🔍 Take a look

The history of leasing is a history full of misunderstandings!

The history of leasing is a history full of misunderstandings! 👉 Is Sale & Lease-back off-balance? Absolutely, yes! There isn't too much

Have you ever been disappointed by leasing?

Have you ever been disappointed by leasing? Give us the opportunity to change your mind! I have come across quite a few companies that never wanted to finance t

Challenging economic times reveal the true strengths of asset-based financing!

Challenging economic times reveal the true strengths of asset-based financing! The current market environment makes clear what many companies overlook

Did you know that many companies are leaving money on the table because Treasury and Tax departments don't coordinate cl

Did you know that many companies are leaving money on the table because Treasury and Tax departments don't coordinate closely enough on financing? In the video,

Spring is here, and with it the time for fresh energy and new ideas!

Spring is here, and with it the time for fresh energy and new ideas! We at #LeasingPilot are taking the Easter holiday as an opportunity to sincerely thank all

What is the best way to finance software projects?

What is the best way to finance software projects? Germany is investing heavily in digitalization. From small software solutions to large ERP pro

"Leasing? We only use that for cars and forklifts."

"Leasing? We only use that for cars and forklifts." We hear something along these lines very often from companies. For us, that's a clear signal that there's pl

LeasingPilot is very often mandated by LBOs - because our consulting creates the most value for this customer group

LeasingPilot is very often mandated by LBOs - because our consulting creates the most value for this customer group! #ValueCreation 📈 Find out in the vide

We don't just "match" you ...

We don't just "match" you ... … we provide comprehensive advice! At LeasingPilot, we offer more than just matching you with the supposedly right part

ifo Business Climate Index Continues to Decline

ifo Business Climate Index Continues to Decline – What does this mean for the financing side? Once again, the ifo Business Climate Index provides well-founded s

Leasing is often not on the radar.

Leasing is often not on the radar. But what could it do for your business? What tax and financial advantages could open up

You wish for your company

You wish for your company 👉 additional liquidity? 👉 lower financing costs? 👉 a higher equity ratio? That's three wishes at once a

Experience shows: When the upturn arrives and new orders come in, companies need liquidity:

Experience shows: When the upturn arrives and new orders come in, companies need liquidity: The trend is clear: due to the stagnating

When is the right time for companies…

When is the right time for companies… …to strategically pursue asset-based finance? In the current stagnating economic environment, there is a rare opportunity

Leasing doesn't have to be complicated! In addition to efficient processing, the topic of data security is being conside

Leasing doesn't have to be complicated! In addition to efficient processing, the topic of data security is being considered increasingly important by customers

Leasing in Procurement? A Costly Misconception.

Leasing in Procurement? A Costly Misconception. In most companies, leasing sits exclusively within procurement. It is treated as an operational purchasing matte

Private Landlords Increasingly Considering Selling

Private Landlords Increasingly Considering Selling – I actually hear very often from private landlords that they want to exit the rental business or have alread

Caution at the (Interest) Barrier!

Caution at the (Interest) Barrier! Does your company stay below the threshold of EUR 3 million net "interest" expense p.a.? Please make sure you're on the safe

👉 Caution at the (Interest) Barrier!

👉 Caution at the (Interest) Barrier! Always maintain a sufficient buffer below the exemption threshold of EUR 3.0 million net interest expense! 👉 Because once a

Automotive suppliers use leasing far more than other industries.

Automotive suppliers use leasing far more than other industries. But hardly anyone talks about the reason why – beyond favorable terms –

Nobody has a crystal ball, but some developments are predictable!

Nobody has a crystal ball, but some developments are predictable! This applies to financing matters too! As a Debt Adviser, there are developments I consider ve

When the economy picks up, the search for fresh liquidity usually becomes a hectic exercise. Forward-thinking CFOs an

When the economy picks up, the search for fresh liquidity usually becomes a hectic exercise. Forward-thinking CFOs and Treasurers can secure their financial

LeasingPilot – Your Company's Reliable Navigator!

LeasingPilot – Your Company's Reliable Navigator! Our expertise, technology, and values such as independence and transparency create advantages for

Leasing offers many advantages – and many of them are not widely known!

Leasing offers many advantages – and many of them are not widely known! Stay on top of things with LeasingPilot! Leasing is commonly associated with financing

Companies that have agreed to covenants in their financing contracts are sometimes hesitant about leasing

Companies that have agreed to covenants in their financing contracts are sometimes hesitant about leasing. Because leasing expenses reduce EBITDA...

Q2 is over –

Q2 is over – starting today is the right time to optimize the financing structure and reporting for Q3! We have

Has your company migrated to SAP S/4 HANA, or are you still ahead of go-live?

Has your company migrated to SAP S/4 HANA, or are you still ahead of go-live? 👉 How are you managing the P&L impact? The implementation of a new #ERP

Save EUR 225,900 in financing costs on a EUR 2.5M investment?

Save EUR 225,900 in financing costs on a EUR 2.5M investment? 👉 Leasing can win on price too! Dear CFOs, dear Treasurers, I am well aware that financing options

Leasing is far more than a financing option for the fleet or opportunistically individual investments. Strateg

Leasing is far more than a financing option for the fleet or opportunistically individual investments. Used strategically, leasing offers decisive

Sources of Funds for Buy-and-Build?

Sources of Funds for Buy-and-Build? Do you also have leasing on your radar? Buy-and-Build is a very commonly applied strategy and currently the most frequent re

The off-balance-sheet effect is just one of many levers through which leasing can influence balance sheet ratios. Becaus

The off-balance-sheet effect is just one of many levers through which leasing can influence balance sheet ratios. Yet it is often underestimated. Many people kn

The history of leasing is a history full of misunderstandings!

The history of leasing is a history full of misunderstandings! This is how misunderstandings about costs arise for many customers: An example: 🔹 Ha

Optimize taxes with leasing?

Optimize taxes with leasing? Agree on increased initial installments instead of a special payment! In principle, leasing partners finance the full acquisition c

The leasing market is complex and often difficult to navigate. Many companies don't know who offers the right solutions

The leasing market is complex and often difficult to navigate. Many companies don't know who offers the right solutions for their needs or what con

Why is the golden rule of financing so often ignored in structured finance?

Why is the golden rule of financing so often ignored in structured finance? You all know the Golden Rule of Financing, which recommends a

LeasingPilot specializes in #LBO!

LeasingPilot specializes in #LBO! 👉 Because we can always create value for these companies! #ValueCreation 👉 For a PE portfolio company, it is a

Why aren't more debt funds active in movable asset finance?

Why aren't more debt funds active in movable asset finance? The only possible explanation: debt funds simply aren't aware of the advantages! There is in the L

Leasing or Purchase via Credit Financing?

Leasing or Purchase via Credit Financing? Which is cheaper? Compare using the true effective interest rate! You are faced with the decision between vari

From 20% to 13.3% equity ratio — simply due to thoughtless financing?

From 20% to 13.3% equity ratio — simply due to thoughtless financing? A simple example: A company with EUR 1 million in total assets and an equity ratio of 20%.

Why do many leasing companies reject LBOs?

Why do many leasing companies reject LBOs? It comes down to business strategy or a lack of understanding! Time and again, we hear similar negative experiences f

LeasingPilot brings together what belongs together – to the mutual benefit of all!

LeasingPilot brings together what belongs together – to the mutual benefit of all! PE firms can reduce their financing costs! Just like in real life, you often

Sometimes it is argued against leasing that it has the disadvantage of reducing EBITDA.

Sometimes it is argued against leasing that it has the disadvantage of reducing EBITDA. This is accountingly correct under HGB – lease payments reduce E

Are you planning a company sale?

Are you planning a company sale? 👉 Optimize the purchase price (Equity Value) with LeasingPilot! You are an entrepreneur preparing the sale of your co

Many customers need flexibility when relocating production capacities across their domestic and international production

Many customers need flexibility when relocating production capacities across their domestic and international production sites. Often, it is overlooked that

The Interest Barrier – The Elephant in the Room When Considering Financing Options.

The Interest Barrier – The Elephant in the Room When Considering Financing Options. 👉 Please evaluate your financing costs on an after-tax basis! The negative i

The Interest Barrier – the Elephant in the Room!

The interest barrier – the elephant in the room! This costly inefficiency is often concealed by the formation of DTAs! Our analysis of the annual reports of Ger

Cancellable Contracts - Only Benefits for the Customer? Beware!

Cancellable contracts - only benefits for the customer? Beware! Why cancellable contracts exist: Leasing can only be structured in compliance with regulations w

What do you want from financing?

What do you want from financing? 👉 additional liquidity? 👉 lower financing costs? 👉 higher equity ratio? These are three wishes at

Could your company be facing the relocation of your leased assets abroad?

Could your company be facing the relocation of your leased assets abroad? Then you should check the fine print in advance. Anyone who has financed machines dome

Why do some leasing companies reject Private Equity firms?

Why do some leasing companies reject Private Equity firms? Sometimes it comes down to their business and risk strategy! Recently, we received

The KfW-ifo Credit Hurdle Q2/2026 confirms the clear trend:

The KfW-ifo Credit Hurdle Q2/2026 confirms the clear trend: Bank lending is becoming increasingly restrictive! The study published by KfW on 9 July 2026 confirm

It is part of every LBO structure memo to establish the tax deductibility of acquisition loan interest as quickly as pos

It is part of every LBO structure memo to establish the tax deductibility of acquisition loan interest as quickly as possible after closing by implementing a ta

The LeasingPilot team specializes in LBOs!

The LeasingPilot team specializes in LBOs! 👉 Because we can realize advantages for these clients in every case! 👉 For a PE portfolio company i

Anyone who accepts the interest barrier in a Leveraged Buyout (LBO) as an unavoidable fate is burning cash – an

Anyone who accepts the interest barrier in a Leveraged Buyout (LBO) as an unavoidable fate is burning cash – and needlessly suppressing returns. 💸 In every

Banks are tightening the reins further -

Banks are tightening the reins further - Construction and retail particularly hard hit! The current KfW-ifo credit hurdle (Q2/2026) makes it clear: Larger com

LeasingPilot at Dealsourcing 2026!

LeasingPilot at Dealsourcing 2026! I am very much looking forward to being part of DEALSOURCING 2026 in Oberursel again this year, meeting many clients,

#Value Creation: What Are the Low Hanging Fruit

#Value Creation: What Are the Low Hanging Fruit in optimizing a financing structure? Many companies continue to face converging developments that have consumed

The Head of Treasury had already decided in favor of LeasingPilot –

The Head of Treasury had already decided in favor of LeasingPilot – but for the presentation to his CFO, he wanted to include additional references... The fo

Two thirds of all electric vehicles in the commercial sector are financed through leasing. This is no coincidence, but r

Two thirds of all electric vehicles in the commercial sector are financed through leasing. This is no coincidence, but a rational approach to risk minimization.

Leasing is an absolutely great and advantageous form of financing that should be used much more extensively by all compa

Leasing is an absolutely great and advantageous form of financing that should be used much more extensively by all companies. However, there are

Are you using Software-as-a-Service ("SaaS") solutions?

Are you using Software-as-a-Service ("SaaS") solutions? Have you already migrated to SAP S/4 HANA, or are you still before go-live? The introduction or transiti

Topic Terminable Contract: A termination right for the customer in a leasing agreement makes sense to enable longer cont

Topic Terminable Contract: A termination right for the customer in a leasing agreement makes sense to enable longer contract terms. In return, the contract runs

Is the leasing market confusing?

Is the leasing market confusing? 👉 Yes – use this to your advantage! We'll guide you through it! You know the leasing market: 🔹 Countless providers in a

The turbo depreciation for electric vehicles (BEV) sounds tempting. But who actually bears the residual value risk in th

The turbo depreciation for electric vehicles (BEV) sounds tempting. But who actually bears the residual value risk in the end? With the currently rapid technolo

Over 120 Leasing Companies in Germany -

Over 120 Leasing Companies in Germany - Which one is strategically and commercially the right fit for your business? The leasing market is highly intra