FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Deagon Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Deagon Small Business Loans
Deagon unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Deagon Business Loans
What is the Larger Deagon Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request in quality company time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in as little as an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in normal business time and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements in order to assess the health of the company and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess your health of the company and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for the business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been operating for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. The professionals will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.