FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Duranbah Small Business Loans
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Duranbah unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Duranbah Business Loans
What is the Larger Duranbah Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must be 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every business purpose including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for 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 necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 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 as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour if you apply within quality company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess your health that is your business and the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you make an application for our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been running for, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing 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 loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business loan specialists. The professionals will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and a vital aspect 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.