Puncturing the 15 Myths of Software Leasing
By Mark S. Bazrod
One would think that by now most lessors, software vendors, and users would be aware of software leasing: that they would understand it, appreciate its utility, and be familiar with its structures. Not so. Here are 15 ways software leasing is often misunderstood and some thoughts about why a lessor should consider entering the software leasing marketplace.
Avoiding Class Action Lawsuits Concerning Lease Insurance Programs
By James C. Donnelly Jr.
Equipment lease insurance is an important protection. But beware of hidden and excessive profits or penalties. When abuses creep in, the cost and risk of class action lawsuits become more real. Here are some ways leasing companies can protect themselves by modifying their standard lease forms.
New 8-K Reporting Requirements on Public Leasing Companies: Another Reason to Remain Private?
By James M. Johnson, PhD and Natalie Tatiana Churyk, PhD
The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 has led to new SEC Form 8-K requirements. They have a very short lead time period for reporting events. This study of public leasing companies suggests some concern that this shortened reporting window will prove expensive and the improvement in timeliness will perhaps not be cost effective.
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