FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Dianella Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Dianella Small Business Loans
Dianella unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Dianella Business Loans
What is the Larger Dianella Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of 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 filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the 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 easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply within standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements 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 in just one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of elements that determine what is the health of your company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the health for your business and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending experts. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer 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’s means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.