FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Favona Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Favona Small Business Loans
Favona unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have 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, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Favona Business Loans
What is the Larger Favona Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent 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 operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with 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 can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in standard business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors for determining the well-being of your business and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess your health of your company and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for the company credit, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful company loans professionals. The experts will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.