FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Dry Creek Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Dry Creek Small Business Loans
Dry Creek unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Dry Creek Business Loans
What is the Larger Dry Creek Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old 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 funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost all company need, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible 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 lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you make your application at quality business times and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining what is the health of the company as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the health that is your company and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request the business financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business lending specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.