FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible 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 have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s 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 you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (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 quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during quality business times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business time and let us 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 a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects for determining what is the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard 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 security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.