FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Dharruk Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Dharruk Small Business Loans
Dharruk unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Dharruk Business Loans
What is the Larger Dharruk Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets and can be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. 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 that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within quality company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply within normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for our business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up 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.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. The professionals will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner borrows from assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.