FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Swanson Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Swanson Small Business Loans
Swanson unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Swanson Business Loans
What is the Larger Swanson Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a 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 a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you make your application within quality company timings 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 statement, we’ll offer the decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour – provided you apply in normal business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to determine the health of the business and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for the company financing, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful company loans experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.