FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about 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 ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within quality company time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply during normal business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the business is in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business credit professionals. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.