FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
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 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 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, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you apply at quality business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request during normal business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine the health of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation and how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.