Many vendors hesitate to bring up financing because they worry the conversation will turn into a rate discussion. Rates feel sensitive. They change. And once a number is mentioned too early, it can anchor expectations in a way that makes the deal harder to close. The good news is that vendors do not need to talk about rates to set strong financing expectations. In fact, focusing on the right points early often leads to smoother approvals and more confident customers. Wh

In New England, you don’t need a dramatic storm to lose power. A heavy wind gust, an ice-loaded line, or a transformer that’s older than your pickup can shut your business down in seconds. And when your operations depend on equipment, production schedules, or service calls, downtime is expensive. That’s why more businesses are adding commercial generators before the next outage hits — and financing them to protect cash flow along the way. Here’s what you should know bef

If you live and work in New England, you know the rule: Winter doesn’t care about your schedule. Storms roll in early, late, or back-to-back. And the businesses that stay ahead of it all aren’t the ones crossing their fingers, they’re the ones keeping their equipment modern, reliable, and ready to move when the forecast turns ugly. Whether you handle commercial lots, municipalities, or subcontracted plow routes, the right financing strategy can be the difference between

Living and working in Maine changes the way you see business. Here, small businesses are not just economic drivers. They are family legacies, community staples, and the people who keep the state running during long winters, short seasons, and everything in between. When I started Brilliance Funding Partners, my goal was simple. I wanted to help business owners across the country access the tools and equipment they need to grow. But the longer I have been in this field, the

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For many business owners, buying used equipment is a smart way to stretch budgets while still getting the tools you need to keep...

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