FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
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 expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost every business purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for 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 fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application at quality business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour if you apply at standard business times and you allow 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 provide a decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining what is the health of the company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine the well-being of the business and the extent of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. The specialists will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner uses the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.