FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the 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 company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within quality business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you health for your business and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company is in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business credit professionals. They will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from assets they own to make a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.