FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Duranbah Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Duranbah Small Business Loans
Duranbah unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Duranbah Business Loans
What is the Larger Duranbah Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
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 own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (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 simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application in quality company times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within standard business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess your health of the company and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company is in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit experts. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
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. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to make the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.