FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply at quality company times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you apply within normal business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects that determine the health of the company and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to request our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been operating and whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit specialists. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.