FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ngaio Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Ngaio Small Business Loans
Ngaio unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can 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 remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Ngaio Business Loans
What is the Larger Ngaio Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as 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 required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply 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 prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 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 twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at quality company time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request within normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables that determine the well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company is in operation as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans experts. They will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a company 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 need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.