FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ardmore Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Ardmore Small Business Loans
Ardmore unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Ardmore Business Loans
What is the Larger Ardmore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application at quality company timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once 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 specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the 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 could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine what is the health of the company and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the business has been running, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business credit professionals. The experts will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner uses assets they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.