FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which 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 loan that is this large, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets and can include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company 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 prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) 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 to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged 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 an hour, provided you submit your request within standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements in order to assess your well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your health of the business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make 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 is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business loan professionals. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral 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 techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.