FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Orakei Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Orakei Small Business Loans
Orakei unsecured loans offers 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 makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Orakei Business Loans
What is the Larger Orakei Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply in quality company timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply within normal business timings and permit 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 can offer an answer in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your business and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine your health of your company and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loan, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business credit experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral 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 and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner makes use of assets they own to make a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.