FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
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 cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
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 the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at quality company hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 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, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables to determine what is the health of your business and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine your health of the company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the company has been operating, whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans experts. The experts will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to secure a 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 need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.