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Cash vs Finance Calculator

Compare paying cash versus financing a big purchase. See total interest cost, monthly payment, and how much cash you keep free by financing.

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Dealer Cash vs Finance Calculator

Compare paying cash versus financing a purchase.

What this Cash vs Finance Calculator helps you do

Opening a store or making a big purchase comes down to one question: pay cash or finance it? The Cash vs Finance Calculator answers it clearly. Enter the purchase price, down payment, interest rate, and term — the tool shows your monthly payment, the total interest financing adds, and how much cash you keep free by not paying upfront. Cash costs less overall, but financing protects the reserves a new store needs for inventory and rent. See both sides before you commit.

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Cash vs Finance Calculator FAQ's

What does the Cash vs Finance Calculator compare?

It compares paying the full price in cash today against financing the purchase with monthly payments. You see the total cost of each path, the interest financing adds, and the cash you keep free by financing.

Why would I finance if cash costs less overall?

Financing keeps your cash reserves free for inventory, rent, payroll, and marketing — the expenses that keep a store running. For a new store especially, preserved working capital is often worth the interest cost.

Does this work for any kind of purchase?

Yes — a POS system, display fixtures, repair equipment, a store buildout, or any major item. Enter the price and financing terms and the calculator handles the comparison.

What if I'm offered 0% financing?

Enter 0 as the interest rate. With 0% financing there is no interest cost, so financing keeps your cash free at no extra charge — usually the clear choice when it's available.

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