FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Vogeltown Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Vogeltown Small Business Loans
Vogeltown unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Vogeltown Business Loans
What is the Larger Vogeltown Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets and can include registration through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply in quality business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during normal business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the level of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the business is in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from an asset 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 as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.