FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Dandenong South Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Dandenong South Small Business Loans
Dandenong South unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Dandenong South Business Loans
What is the Larger Dandenong South Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any company need, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250,000 or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in standard business time and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour – provided you apply within standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine how much we can lend you health of the business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been operating and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may 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 have.
Should I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.