FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Auckland CBD Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Auckland CBD Small Business Loans
Auckland CBD unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Auckland CBD Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland CBD Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request within standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables that determine how much we can lend you health for your company and the extent of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine your health of the company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for the business loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely 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 as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business credit specialists. The experts will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required before you can access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.