FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Epsom Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Epsom Small Business Loans
Epsom unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Epsom Business Loans
What is the Larger Epsom Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have 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 larger business loan can be used to fund almost all company purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (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 simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply at standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables in order to assess your health for your company and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to determine the well-being for your company and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request our business loans, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been running and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business lending specialists. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.