FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Deagon Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Deagon Small Business Loans
Deagon unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About 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. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost every company need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets and can include registration in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request during quality business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the well-being for your company as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan experts. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of assets they own to secure a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.