FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
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. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all business reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have 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 quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess the health that is your business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been running, whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan experts. We will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses assets they own to get the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, 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 might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.