FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Duncraig Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Duncraig Small Business Loans
Duncraig unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment 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 use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Duncraig Business Loans
What is the Larger Duncraig Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that exceeds $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for 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 fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to help 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 of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply in standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during normal business times and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables for determining the well-being of your business and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine the well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.