FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every company purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request within quality business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour if you submit your request within standard business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine the health of your company and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the well-being of the company and the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company has been running for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. The experts will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in 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 protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.