When it comes to acquiring essential equipment for your business, you’ve got options—and not just about the make and model. One of the most important decisions you’ll make is whether to lease or finance the equipment. It’s not just a question of how you’ll pay for it—it’s about how you’ll [...]
When your business needs new equipment, it’s easy to focus on the sticker price. But a more important question is: What’s the true cost over time? And beyond that, what will this equipment allow your business to do? Will it drive revenue, open new markets, or boost efficiency? Once you’ve [...]
The U.S. construction industry is booming, with commercial construction spending reaching a record $2.17 trillion in 2024. Major projects—like data centers and manufacturing facilities—are fueling this growth. If you’re looking to expand your business, now is the time. But growth isn’t just about taking on more projects; it requires strategic [...]
Excavators are the backbone of many construction projects, offering unmatched digging power, precision, and versatility. Upgrading to the latest models ensures your equipment remains efficient, reliable, and competitive in an ever-evolving industry. This article highlights five key types of excavators, showcasing the top new models and innovations to help you [...]
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 [...]
Owning and operating an equine business can require significant investment, especially in specialized equipment. From horse trailers to veterinary devices and turf maintenance tools, having the right equipment is crucial for the health and safety of your horses and the efficiency of your operations. Our equipment financing solutions are designed [...]
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 [...]
Dave Cashmore joined Blue Bridge in early 2021 as a Credit Manager and swiftly advanced to his current role as Senior Director of Credit. Drawing on his extensive credit expertise and deep understanding of risk management, Dave leads the credit team in structuring, underwriting, and managing the company’s portfolio. He plays a key role in designing credit programs that support business growth while maintaining a strong and resilient portfolio. Dave works closely with both the portfolio and sales teams to ensure credit decisions align with Blue Bridge’s strategic objectives and risk appetite. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science and Mathematics from SUNY Albany.
Janessa Brown joined Blue Bridge in September 2021 as a documentation specialist. Her commitment to efficiency and operational excellence led to her promotion to Senior Director of Broker Originations. In her current role, Janessa leads the broker originations team, overseeing relationships with brokers nationwide, driving the growth of broker-driven business, and continuously optimizing processes to improve performance and enhance service for our customers and partners.