FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Alfriston Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Alfriston Small Business Loans
Alfriston unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 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 by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Alfriston Business Loans
What is the Larger Alfriston Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business purpose including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (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 fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply within standard company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at normal business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine what is the health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the well-being that is your business and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital element 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 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.