FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Stonefields Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Stonefields Small Business Loans
Stonefields unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Stonefields Business Loans
What is the Larger Stonefields Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This 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 loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any company use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment 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 requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in quality company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you health that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your 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 so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the company has been operating for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with 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.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans experts. We will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner borrows from an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.