FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any business need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable 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 registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide 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 may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have 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 three years of trade (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 an experienced company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour – provided you apply during normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors to determine the health of your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company is in operation as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit experts. They will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.