FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Dover Gardens Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Dover Gardens Small Business Loans
Dover Gardens unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable 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?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Dover Gardens Business Loans
What is the Larger Dover Gardens Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been 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) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as 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 required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of more than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company 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 a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request within quality business times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables for determining the well-being for your business and the level of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine your health for your business and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loan experts. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital 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 secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner utilises the assets they have to make the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.