FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Alfriston Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Alfriston Small Business Loans
Alfriston unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Alfriston Business Loans
What is the Larger Alfriston 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 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible 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)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply in standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors for determining what is the health of your business and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the 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 credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been running, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending experts. We will provide 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 any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral 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 sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner makes use of the assets they have to make a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.