FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Ardmore Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Ardmore Small Business Loans
Ardmore unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Ardmore Business Loans
What is the Larger Ardmore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be 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 demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be 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, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during quality company times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position 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 around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors in order to assess what is the well-being of your company and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine the well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been operating as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner uses assets they own to make the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.