FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Dandenong Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Dandenong Small Business Loans
Dandenong unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Dandenong Business Loans
What is the Larger Dandenong Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets and can be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you apply at standard business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess the well-being of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be 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 and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been operating and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.