FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Drewvale Small Business Loans
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Drewvale unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $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 a traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Drewvale Business Loans
What is the Larger Drewvale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing 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 that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for 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. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply within standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your health for your company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine your health for your business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the business loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of an asset they own to get the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.