Why You Should Buy Shipping Containers Rather Than Leasing Them

For companies that frequently need to store or ship large quantities of goods, the question of whether to lease or buy shipping containers is an important one. There are pros and cons to both leasing and buying shipping containers, and the best option for your company will depend on a number of factors. 

In this blog post, we’ll take a look at some of the key considerations that you should keep in mind when buying shipping containers.

Advantages of Buying Shipping Containers

1.It’s cheaper in the long run.

If you need a container for less than 30 days, consider shipping container leasing. If your plan is to keep it longer than that though the decision gets trickier because with lease contracts there are two options: renting or buying at good prices. Later down the line, you could have purchased the container and it would have been less expensive in general.

2. More flexibility.

When you purchase a shipping container, the sky’s really your limit. You can customize or modify it to suit all of your needs and wants—from adding shelving for storage space in an already spacious home office through creating tiny houses that are perfect  for camping or tiny houses.

3. Tax Benefits in Buying Shipping Containers.

Purchasing a new container for your business is an investment that will save you money in taxes! Don’t let this opportunity slip by. Always consult with tax professionals before making purchases and do research on how much of each purchase price goes towards equipment costs.

4.No further payments.

Of course, there are also advantages to buying shipping containers rather than leasing them. The most obvious advantage is that, once you’ve paid for the container, you own it outright and don’t have to make any further payments. This can be helpful if you have the cash on hand to make a large upfront investment or if you plan on using the same container(s) for many years into the future.

5. More control.

Another advantage of buying is that you have more control over what happens to the container. If you need to make modifications or repairs, you can do so without having to get approval from the leasing company. Finally, if you decide at some point that you no longer need the container, you can sell it and recoup some of your original investment.

6. Make money by letting others rent your container.

You can make some extra cash by renting your purchased shipping container to other small businesses or residents when it is not in use. You could earn between $40 and 200 per month depending on its size and condition, which will help recover all of the money you spent for the same plus allow future profit opportunities with modifications such as converting them into office spaces!

7. You can sell it.

Containers are an excellent way to store your goods, and they can even continue appreciating in value. You have the option of selling it when you’re done using its space for more storage or transforming into cash by listing on a local online community!

Call Four Sons Logistics for Help

A quality purchase will save you time and money in the long run. The best option for your company will depend on a number of factors, including your up-front capital investment, your plans for using the container(s), and your long-term storage/shipping needs. The benefits of buying instead of leasing or renting are undeniable; remember our blog post on how much better it can get.

If you’re looking for reputable cargo containers for sale in California, contact Four Sons Logistics or call us at +1 619-209-7795.