FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Johnsonville Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Johnsonville Small Business Loans
Johnsonville unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Johnsonville Business Loans
What is the Larger Johnsonville Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all business need, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 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 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within quality business time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at normal business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine your health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the well-being of your business and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been operating for, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loans experts. The experts will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner uses the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.