FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Favona Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Favona Small Business Loans
Favona unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Favona Business Loans
What is the Larger Favona Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, 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 funds for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request within normal business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors to determine your health for your business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the business financing, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business is in operation for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company loan specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.