FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The St Johns Small Business Loans
Tell me about the St Johns Small Business Loans
St Johns unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger St Johns Business Loans
What is the Larger St Johns Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application at standard company timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are 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 the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application in standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors in order to assess what is the health for your company and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our company financing, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business is in operation as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with 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 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may 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.
Should I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.