FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Direk Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Direk Small Business Loans
Direk unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Direk Business Loans
What is the Larger Direk Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company 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 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all business need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable 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 lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply in quality company time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer a decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request in normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine what is the health that is your business and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the well-being for your business and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request the business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been running, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, 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 employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from assets they own to get a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.