FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 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, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all company use, including company remodeling, buying 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 one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able 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 assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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 continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (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, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application during standard company timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take 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 in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess your well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine the health for your business and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company lending professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of 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 use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses an asset they own to get a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.