e97e341c_ting_business___Small_Business__Advantages
[0] Other credit arrangements (equipment hire-purchase, etc) [Disadvantages] The business could have a black mark with certain finance providers. [Advantages] 
As with banking arrangements, the fact that an existing business has a track record may help you in procuring equipment financing, invoice discounting and other arrangements. In some circumstances, you may be able to keep existing arrangements in place after you buy the business.
Advantages and disadvantages of buying an existing business - Small Business
Advantages