FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Dewhurst Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Dewhurst Small Business Loans
Dewhurst unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Dewhurst Business Loans
What is the Larger Dewhurst Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for 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. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at standard company hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the 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 in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of elements for determining the health that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine your health that is your company and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for one of our business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been running as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential 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 protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.