FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Dorset Vale Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Dorset Vale Small Business Loans
Dorset Vale unsecured loans provides 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 is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Dorset Vale Business Loans
What is the Larger Dorset Vale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for 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 required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application in standard company hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application in normal business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements to determine what is the health for your business and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the well-being of the company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request the business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been running for, how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance plus 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 provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.