FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Eastbourne Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Eastbourne Small Business Loans
Eastbourne unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Eastbourne Business Loans
What is the Larger Eastbourne Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every company use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business 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 contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible 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 prove at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application at standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you make your application during normal business times and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit 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 certain amount we consider a variety of variables that determine what is the health that is your company and the level of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request one of our company credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the business is in operation for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and is an essential part 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.