FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Auckland Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About 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. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three 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 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for almost all business use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request in standard company timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request within normal business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to assess your health of your company and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been running, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. 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 make an application for loans with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly business credit experts. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and 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 banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer 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 an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.