FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Strathmore Park Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Strathmore Park Small Business Loans
Strathmore Park unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Strathmore Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Strathmore Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all business need, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply in normal business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables in order to assess your health that is your business and the level of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your health that is your business and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business is in operation and how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans experts. They will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner utilises the assets they have to make a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.