FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Judgeford Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Judgeford Small Business Loans
Judgeford unsecured loans offers 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 an traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Judgeford Business Loans
What is the Larger Judgeford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company 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 prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at quality company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you apply at standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can 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 could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables that determine your health for your company and the extent of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company is in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t 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 covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful company credit specialists. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other 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 banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises assets they own to make the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.