FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Denistone Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Denistone Small Business Loans
Denistone unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Denistone Business Loans
What is the Larger Denistone Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in quality business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables in order to assess the health for your business and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you request the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful company credit professionals. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer 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 is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.