FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Drummoyne Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Drummoyne Small Business Loans
Drummoyne unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Drummoyne Business Loans
What is the Larger Drummoyne Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges 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 your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including business renovations, to purchase 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 required to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 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 application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply during quality company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you health for your company and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll 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 pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been running and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly business loans experts. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of assets they own to get the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.