FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Duncraig Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Duncraig Small Business Loans
Duncraig unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Duncraig Business Loans
What is the Larger Duncraig Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) 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 – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply during standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you make your application within standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the health of the business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been running, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial 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 protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner borrows from the assets they have to get the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.