FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Farm Cove Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Farm Cove Small Business Loans
Farm Cove unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Farm Cove Business Loans
What is the Larger Farm Cove Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth 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 you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new 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 is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be subject to 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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can 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 variables to determine how much we can lend you health of your company and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you request our business loans, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any 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 make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.