FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Orakei Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Orakei Small Business Loans
Orakei unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Orakei Business Loans
What is the Larger Orakei Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods 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.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, 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 questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business 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)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as 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 require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, 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 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you make your application within standard business times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply at standard business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine your health of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the well-being of the business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you make an application for one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been operating for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending specialists. The specialists will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.