FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Darlington Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Darlington Small Business Loans
Darlington unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Darlington Business Loans
What is the Larger Darlington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business 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) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all business use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in quality business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply in normal business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors that determine how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine your health that is your business and the extent of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They 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 the ways we gather, use, 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 use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner utilises an asset they own to make a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.