FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Opaheke Small Business Loans
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Opaheke unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Opaheke Business Loans
What is the Larger Opaheke Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that 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?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply during standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within normal business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors that determine the well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request one of our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation for, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan specialists. The professionals will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.