FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Strathmore Park Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Strathmore Park Small Business Loans
Strathmore Park unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Strathmore Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Strathmore Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all business use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as 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’s by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within quality business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you apply at normal business time and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine what is the health of the company and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the health for your company as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you request our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on 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 and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.