Whether you sell cutting-edge medical devices or heavy construction machinery, one challenge remains the same: Customers want your equipment, but cost concerns often slow down or stall the sale. That’s why more equipment dealers are turning to independent lenders, offering flexible financing solutions that remove affordability barriers, accelerate sales, and [...]
Whether you’re working on a construction site, logging deep in the forest, or moving heavy materials, skid steers are likely the versatile workhorses driving your operations. Upgrading to the latest models enhances efficiency, reduces downtime, and keeps you competitive. This article explores five skid steer types, highlighting top new models [...]
Agriculture is transforming rapidly as new technology reshapes how farmers work. Innovations like AI-powered tools and advanced equipment boost efficiency, increase yields, reduce environmental impact, and improve worker safety. Staying competitive in today’s evolving industry means adopting these game-changing advancements. In this blog, we’ll explore the most impactful farming technologies [...]
For many businesses, maintaining competitiveness and continuing to grow require continuing investment into new equipment and technologies. Acquiring these often requires money beyond what a business has on hand. Nearly 8 out of 10 businesses use some form of financing when acquiring equipment, and options abound for what type of [...]
Whether clearing, pushing, demoing, or transporting, heavy construction requires investment in durable and heavy duty equipment. While new is nice, used equipment is often up to the task, and potential savings make adding key pieces to your fleet financially viable and profitable. Industry research suggests choosing used equipment can save [...]
Whether you’re looking to expand to multiple locations or simply operate with greater efficiency, there are numerous strategies and tactics available to help you achieve your goal of growing your auto repair business. In this article, we’ll look at several proven techniques to promote the growth of your business, focusing [...]
As the end of the year approaches, there’s no better time for small business owners to take advantage of Section 179 for substantial tax savings while acquiring new equipment. This provision of the IRS tax code allows business owners to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment bought or [...]
Are you looking for working capital for your business? You may be confused by unfamiliar terms like factor rate and APR. They both play pivotal roles in determining the total cost of borrowing, but they can also serve different purposes. In order to choose the best type of financing for [...]
Dental practices have seen rapid advancements in technology and equipment, allowing dentists to deliver more precise and comfortable care to patients. If you want to keep your dental practice competitive and provide the highest possible standard of care, you need to stay on top of the latest equipment available. From [...]
When it comes to adding or upgrading your business’s essential equipment, a long-term rental or lease may seem like the most feasible option. However, while the flexibility may be appealing, the long-term implications of renting or leasing can be more costly and limiting than you think. In this blog, we’ll [...]
Dave Cashmore joined Blue Bridge in early 2021 as a Credit Manager, swiftly ascending to the position of Senior Director of Credit. In March 2023, Dave embarked on a new chapter as the Senior Director of Broker Relations. Leveraging his extensive credit expertise and a keen understanding of sales, Dave excels in cultivating robust relationships with the brokers collaborating with Blue Bridge. He collaborates closely with the portfolio and credit team at Blue Bridge to design innovative programs aimed at expanding the company’s market presence, all while maintaining a resilient portfolio for Blue Bridge. Graduated with a bachelor’s degree from SUNY Albany in Actuarial Science and Mathematics.
Janessa Brown joined Blue Bridge in September 2021 as a documentation specialist. In her initial position, Janessa was not only a top performer in her day-to-day duties but was also able to utilize her prior experience to take a significant and proactive role in refining and restructuring our docs and funding processes. Her commitment to efficiency is what led to her eventual promotion to Director of Vendor & Direct Operations. Janessa and her team are now responsible for covering west coast funding accounts, managing client and vendor relationships, and continuous oversight of processes to optimize performance and offer better service for our customers and partners!