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A car is a daily certainty. It takes us to work, the children to school, helps with business and in the family. Therefore, when you suddenly lose it, it's a big disruption to life. Often it's not a planned change, but an unexpected event – an accident, theft, divorce, or even job loss where you had a company car. Let's look at the most common situations our clients faced when they were looking for a quick and flexible solution.
1. I unexpectedly don't have a car
I had an accident with a total loss
An accident usually happens when you least expect it. The car is so damaged that it cannot be repaired. The insurance company will pay compensation, but often only after several weeks. Until then, you are without a car – whether you need to drive to work every day or just manage daily household operations. A classic car rental can help bridge a few days here.
I lost my job where I had a company car
A company car is standard for many job positions today. However, if you are terminated or change jobs, you must return the car immediately. You are thus left not only without income but also without the means of transport you relied on every day. Before you get a new job (and thus a new car), you can comfortably drive for several months with a car on flexible operating lease. Moreover, with a car of the standard you are used to.
I lost my car due to divorce
Divorce brings not only emotions but also asset division. The car often goes to the partner, and you find yourself in a situation where you still have to drive to work and take care of the children, but suddenly you have no way to do it. If you need to cover several months, it makes sense not to commit to a classic operating lease, but rather to a flexible operating lease.
2. I cannot get an operating lease in the traditional way
I am a foreigner
If you have been living in the Czech Republic for a short time and don't have a history here, banks and leasing companies will usually reject you. Yet you may need a car for work, business, or everyday life.
I have a record in the banking register
Even a minor record in the register is enough for your lease to be disapproved. But that doesn't mean you don't need a car – quite the opposite.
I'm only here for a short time
If you are in the Czech Republic for just a few months for work or study, a classic lease is not for you. A short-term rental is too expensive. Here again, a flexible operating lease proves to be the ideal choice, as you can have it for as little as 2 months.
I am a new company, and no one wants to give me a lease
Starting entrepreneurs have it tough – without a history and financial results, a lease is practically impossible. Yet they need a car from day one for their business to function and generate income.
I was rejected by a bank or leasing company
Many people find themselves going through a complicated approval process only to receive a negative decision. But the need for a car doesn't disappear.
3. My business is constantly changing
Rapid growth and recruitment of people who need to drive
When a company grows rapidly, so do the employees who need company cars. Most often, these are sales teams or service technicians. Waiting six months for a new car to be delivered or dealing with a long-term lease is not possible.
Sudden business downturn
Just as quickly as growth can come a slowdown. The volume of orders drops, and suddenly you have more cars than you need. But your lease is inflexible, and the cars remain idle, and you continue to pay for them. Therefore, it makes sense to have the option to return cars at any time.
I need cash quickly, but I still need to drive
Companies sometimes need to free up cash. They sell cars from their assets, but employees and owners still need to drive. The ideal solution is to switch to a flexible rental.
4. I suddenly need another car
Construction was prolonged, I need the car for another 2 months
Plans change. In construction more than anywhere else. A project or construction that was supposed to end is prolonged, and you need to have cars available longer than you expected. But if your classic lease ran out, you have no chance.
Peak season came early, I need more cars quickly
Seasonal fluctuations often come unexpectedly. Suddenly you have more work, people, or shipments, and you lack cars to keep your business running.
I won a contract where I need a car
A new contract is great news, but it can also mean an immediate need for transportation. Without a car, you have no chance of serving it. Here again, a flexible operating lease comes into play, with the possibility of renting for as little as 2 months.
5. I need to optimize
I need expenses because I "work with my head"
For freelancers, consultants, or business owners, a flexible operating lease is an ideal way to have extra expenses and thus reduce their tax liability at the end of the year.
I'm waiting for a new car to be delivered, and the deadline is being extended
Manufacturers and dealers today have long delivery times. If you are waiting for your dream new car, the deadline may be postponed several times. In the meantime, however, you need to drive. If you already needed to sell or return your original car, you need to bridge several months.
At Birne, we can always find a quick and flexible solution
Each of these situations has one thing in common – our clients experienced them, and waiting weeks or months was not a solution for them. People need to drive immediately, whether they are in an emergency, a transitional period, or simply want to cleverly optimize costs.
Birne offers cars in stock that can be available within 3 days. Rental is possible from 2 months, for half a year, a year – or simply for as long as it makes sense. The car can also be returned at any time when the situation changes.
No matter how urgent and perhaps difficult your situation is, we are always here for you to propose the right flexible solution.
