Leaseback is a financial arrangement whereby an asset owner agrees to lease their asset to a lessee in exchange for a one-time or regular periodic payment. The term leaseback refers to the situation in which an asset owner that holds title to the asset is also the lessee, i.e. the company or individual leasing the asset from itself. The asset can be economic, such as a piece of real estate, or it can be tangible, such as equipment or vehicles.

Leaseback is an attractive financial arrangement for businesses seeking to realize the value of an asset without selling or disposing of it, as it allows them to access the funds associated with the asset while retaining title to it. In addition, by leas- ing back an asset, a company can reduce the debt contained on its balance sheet, create a more efficient budget and generate increased revenue. For individuals, leaseback also provides a way to benefit financially from an asset that they are otherwise unable to access due to a lack of liquidity or financial restrictions.

Leaseback arrangements have traditionally been seen as a cost-effective, long-term financing solution for businesses and other organizations that own assets such as commercial real estate, equipment, vehicles and other capital assets. The advantage to the asset owner of a leaseback arrangement is that, in exchange for a one-time or periodic payment, they retain possession of their asset, with the lessee assuming ownership of the asset for the duration of the lease. This enables the asset owner to benefit financially from the asset without selling it, and provides the lessee with a regular income stream.

Leaseback agreements are governed by a contract that sets out the terms of the arrangement, including the payment schedule, the duration of the lease and the conditions under which the asset will be returned to the asset owner at the end of the lease period. In most cases, the lessee is also responsible for paying the maintenance costs associated with the asset, along with any taxes, insurance or other fees required by law. Depending on the type of asset leased and the specific arrangement, the leaseback contract may also include provisions for the asset owner to receive a portion of the income generated by the leased asset.

Leaseback provides businesses, individuals and other organizations with a unique way to realize the full value of their assets without selling them, as well as a means to improve cash flow and generate increased revenue over time. It is also an attractive arrangement for lessees, as it provides a secure stream of reliable income, with the asset owner retaining ownership and control over the asset. As with any other financial arrangement, it is important to carefully consider all the details and implications of a leaseback agreement before entering into a contract.