FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Dry Creek Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Dry Creek Small Business Loans
Dry Creek unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Dry Creek Business Loans
What is the Larger Dry Creek Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that 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 that is this large, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for almost every company use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a 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 fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 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 to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application at standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you apply within normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements in order to assess what is the health that is your company and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you request one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the 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 interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been running, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner utilises the assets they have to make a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.