FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Devonport Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Devonport Small Business Loans
Devonport unsecured loans offers amounts of 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.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Devonport Business Loans
What is the Larger Devonport Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business purpose including business remodeling, buying 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 requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are 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 seeking larger business loans that exceeds $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour if you submit your request at quality company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during normal business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements for determining the well-being of the business and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business is in operation as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit professionals. They will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of 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 use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.