FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Eden Terrace Small Business Loans
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Eden Terrace unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
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. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the 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 quick and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within standard business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine your well-being of your company and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral element 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner makes use of assets they own to secure the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.