FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during quality business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables for determining the health for your company and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company is in operation as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.