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Brian Kerrins, VP, Sr. Portfolio Workout Manager

Office: (219) 814-5654Email: BKerrins@horizonbank.com

Industry Expertise: Construction, Transportation, Waste, Manufacturing industries

Areas Served:  National

Education: Bachelor of Business Administration Benedictine University

Community Involvement:  Brian supports Feed My Starving Children, a nonprofit organization that coordinates volunteer efforts to pack and distribute lifesaving meals to children and families experiencing hunger worldwide.

Equipment finance veteran with over 20 years of experience having various leadership roles in underwriting, operations, and portfolio management. Career is defined by balancing risk mitigation with commitment to prioritizing customer experience by optimizing operational workflows and building intuitive portfolio strategies. 

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Benefits of Equipment Financing

How Equipment Financing Supports Your Business

  • Preserve Working Capital – Avoid large upfront equipment purchases and keep cash available for day-to-day operations.

  • Improve Cash Flow – Predictable monthly payments help support budgeting and liquidity.

  • Protect Existing Credit Lines – Preserve traditional lines of credit for other business needs.

  • 100% Financing Available – Finance equipment, accessories, and related costs in one solution.

Joel's Equipment Finance Expertise

  • Construction equipment

  • Transportation & trucking

  • Industrial machinery

  • Commercial equipment

  • Tools & equipment financing

  • Small business equipment finance

  • Middle market financing solutions

  • Equipment leasing & capital solutions

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Equipment vs. Lease

When you're considering whether to purchase or lease equipment for your business, a calculator can help you evaluate the financial impact of each option. It allows you to compare the costs, including initial costs, monthly payments, interest rates, and tax benefits.

Equipment Financing FAQs

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