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How to Negotiate a Computer Lease for Maximum Flexibility (2006)
Lease agreements are often lengthy documents, printed in small type, and loaded with legal jargon, designed to give the impression that they cannot be easily understood or modified. Therefore, too many buyers simply sign the lease agreement as presented. This is a mistake. This article explains fourteen common leasing terms and conditions that lessees can and should negotiate up front to best serve the buyer's interest and grant maximum flexibility throughout the lease term. (6 pp., 2 figs.) [Executive Summary]
November, 2006
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Financial Analysis: Upgrade of Leased Equipment
Because of the many variables involved, deciding whether to renew an equipment lease or upgrade to newer technology is often a difficult process. This report shows how to perform the financial analysis to make such a decision, using a real life example. The example and accompanying calculations can be used as a template for performing your own analysis of a lease renewal.
December, 2002