FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Diggers Rest Small Business Loans
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Diggers Rest unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Diggers Rest Business Loans
What is the Larger Diggers Rest Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any company need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during quality company times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application within normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables to determine your well-being that is your company and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your well-being for your company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company has been running, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner utilises an asset they own to make the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.