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Lease Answers
Leasing business equipment, rather than
buying, could help your small business conserve
cash. But weighing all of your lease options can
be confusing. If you need help, go online to
www.leaseassistant.org. The site is hosted
by the Equipment Leasing Association and offers
extensive information about equipment leasing.
You'll find:
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A checklist of
questions to ask when negotiating a lease
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A detailed list of
the types of equipment that can be leased
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Case studies that
demonstrate the benefits of equipment leasing
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Information about
the differences between a lease and a loan
Going Postal
Looking for a one-stop solution for
creating and sending direct-mail pieces? Check
out the U.S. Postal Service's NetPost Mailing
Online,
www.usps.com/directmail. At the site, you
choose a direct-mail format, such as letter,
postcard, self-mailer or flyer. Then select a
size and quantity. The choices of design
templates are limited, but production pricing
is reasonable. You can opt to buy a mailing
list or use your own. After you finalize your
decisions, the site calculates your total
cost. Your direct-mail piece will be in the
mail within 48 hours.
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