FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Darch Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Darch Small Business Loans
Darch unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Darch Business Loans
What is the Larger Darch Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for 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. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at quality business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – provided you apply during normal business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors to determine your well-being of the company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess your well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the business loan, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been operating and whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.