FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland 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 that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business time and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer a decision in as little as an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After 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 circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements in order to assess the health of the company as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you request one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. The specialists will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.