FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Drury Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Drury Small Business Loans
Drury unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Drury Business Loans
What is the Larger Drury Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any company need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, 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 trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour if you make your application within standard company time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you apply in normal business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you health that is your business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the health for your business and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business credit specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses assets they own to get the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.