FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Darlington Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Darlington Small Business Loans
Darlington unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Darlington Business Loans
What is the Larger Darlington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing 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 registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible 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 trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at normal business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors in order to assess your health that is your company as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the company is in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful company loans specialists. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.