Term | Fixed Rate | Variable Rate |
---|---|---|
2 - 3 years | 6.25% | 6.75% |
4 years | 6.25% | 6.75% |
5 years | 6.25% | 6.75% |
6 - 7 years | 6.45% | 6.75% |
Get the equipment you need with competitive financing rates designed to keep your farm growing. Affordable and flexible, our financing options make it easier to invest in your operation with confidence.
Whether you purchase through a dealer, private party or at an auction, AgDirect offers attractive fixed and variable interest rates. Rates and available terms vary by equipment type and amount financed.
Generally, AgDirect borrowers need to put down 0% to 30% of the purchase price.
Subject to approval, the typical period used to amortize equipment debt is three to seven years and up to 10 years on pivots.
If you make annual payments, you may prepay up to one year in advance; up to six months in advance for monthly payments; and up to two early payments for quarterly payments. You can also pay off early at any time with no penalty.**
Typically, payment plans are set up on standard annual, semiannual, quarterly or monthly frequencies.
If you select a fixed interest rate, you’ll pay the same percentage of interest for the duration of your financing term. No matter what happens in the market or to AgDirect’s standard interest rates, the rate stays the same.
With equipment financing, most agricultural operations know precisely how much they need to borrow. If you’re looking to acquire a specific type of equipment and use it for a specific time frame, fixed interest rates usually line up with an operation’s need for predictable fixed costs. Fixed interest rate equipment loans and leases can help protect producers against the risk of rising interest rates that increase the cost of their equipment financing.
You don't plan to have the loan for the full term (i.e., early payoff, early trade in).
By opting for a variable rate, you can take advantage of a lower payment in the short term but carry the risk of a sudden rate increase.
In the case of smaller transactions, a lower variable rate contract might make sense, allowing you to maintain working capital.
Another instance where variable rates might be favorable is if the interest rate on your line of credit is equal to or higher than the variable rate of a loan.
You will receive a rate change notice letter via mail within 45 days.
AgDirect's variable rate is tied to the prime index, which can be found at federalreserve.gov.
Payments adjust when the prime rate changes so a customer's loan remains fully amortized. There is no charge for this, and the customer will receive a notice of the rate change and new payment.
AgDirect customers can convert from a variable interest rate to a fixed rate. The fixed rate is determined by the published AgDirect rate at the time of conversion for the remaining term of the note at no cost.
Typically, within 48 hours of when the prime rate moves, which is influenced by the Federal Reserve’s actions.
The variable rate will fluctuate any time the prime rate changes as a result of the Federal Reserve’s actions.
These fluctuations can happen as often as every month or quarter or annually. Historically, the Federal Reserve meets quarterly; however, the Federal Reserve can meet as deemed necessary.
No. For example, between 2004 and 2006, the Fed moved rates for 17 consecutive meetings. And between 2015 and 2018, the Fed moved the rate nine times.
No, but movement is normally in increments of 25 basis points (.25%, .50%, .75%, etc.).
Not sure if your equipment qualifies? We finance a wide variety of ag equipment and brands to support your operation. Whether you're upgrading, expanding, or replacing, our flexible options are built to fit your needs. If it’s used on the farm, chances are we finance it.
Available for Tractors, Combines, Sprayers and Other Equipment Used in Agriculture.
Most credit decisions are returned within hours — often while you're still at the dealership or on the same business day.
Once you've selected your equipment (or won an auction bid), provide purchase details or invoice to AgDirect.
AgDirect or your dealer will provide all necessary financing documents for your review and signature.
Simply sign and return the documents electronically or in person.
Once documents are complete, funds are disbursed and your financing is finalized.
Many areas of the country have an assigned Territory Manager who works with ag equipment dealers and ag producers for quoting and selecting the best financing solution. Customers who do not have a Territory Manager in their area are assigned an Inside Sales Officer from our corporate office.
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No matter how you buy, AgDirect makes it easy to move forward with confidence.