FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Docklands Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Docklands Small Business Loans
Docklands 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 daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Docklands Business Loans
What is the Larger Docklands Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company 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 lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company 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 of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour if you apply at standard business time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six 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 circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess the health of your company and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine your health for your business and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been running, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company loans experts. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.