FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Dolans Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Dolans Bay Small Business Loans
Dolans Bay unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Dolans Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Dolans Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
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 at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at standard company timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 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 check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply within normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your health for your business and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business loan professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential 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 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises assets they own to get the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.