FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Deepdene Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Deepdene Small Business Loans
Deepdene unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Deepdene Business Loans
What is the Larger Deepdene Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory 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 needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application within quality business timings and let us utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the 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 agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application in standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 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 circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors to determine what is the well-being of your company and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the health of your company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for our business loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been in operation as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business loans experts. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.