FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Eden Terrace Small Business Loans
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Eden Terrace unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Eden Terrace Business Loans
What is the Larger Eden Terrace Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This 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 that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application at normal business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine what is the well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being for your business as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off 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 company loans specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.