FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Dulwich Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Dulwich Small Business Loans
Dulwich unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $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 the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business 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 therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Dulwich Business Loans
What is the Larger Dulwich Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all company need, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects 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 document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and 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 trade (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 expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply during standard business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request in normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is 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 fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it may 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 look at a variety of elements for determining what is the health of the company and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the well-being of the business and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been running as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans experts. We will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and an integral part 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 clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.