FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Davidson Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Davidson Small Business Loans
Davidson unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Davidson Business Loans
What is the Larger Davidson Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost every company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for 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 necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with 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 also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $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 financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply during quality business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you health of the company and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to assess the well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the company is in operation as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company credit experts. They will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship 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 information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer 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 is means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.