FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Doonside Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Doonside Small Business Loans
Doonside unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Doonside Business Loans
What is the Larger Doonside Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion 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 depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A 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 of this size, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have 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 Larger Business Loan 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 reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your 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. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors to determine your well-being of the company and the level of repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you request our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company is in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending professionals. The experts will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.