FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Deagon Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the 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 which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Deagon Business Loans
What is the Larger Deagon Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A 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 company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business purpose including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be based 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, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements for determining what is the health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been in operation and how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan experts. The specialists will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.