FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Auckland Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to re-pay 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 goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $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 loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application at standard company times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply within normal business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your 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. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine the well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine your health for your company and the level of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for our company financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been running, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business credit experts. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.