The
customer selects the supplier of the asset and negotiates
directly the specification and price. An initial deposit
plus the full VAT, if applicable, is paid leaving the
balance to be spread over an agreed term, typically
1-5 years.
The finance company pays the supplier
directly. Once the customer has paid the required regular
repayments the ownership is transferred to the customer.
On all hire purchase agreements the
asset is included on the balance sheet and depreciation
and capital allowances are accounted for as if the asset
were purchased. |