FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Darra Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Darra Small Business Loans
Darra unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on 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 total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Darra Business Loans
What is the Larger Darra Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
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 business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at quality company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request during normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application 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 can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors to determine what is the health of the business and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess your well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been operating and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company lending experts. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to make the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.