FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Swanson Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Swanson Small Business Loans
Swanson unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Swanson Business Loans
What is the Larger Swanson Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business 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 lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (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 process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at quality company timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour if you make your application during standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess what is the well-being for your company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess the well-being of the company and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you request one of our company loan, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating, whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business loan specialists. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to make a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.