FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers amounts of 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 how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (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 is a great option for almost any company need, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for 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. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request in quality business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements that determine your well-being of the company and the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to determine the health of the company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner uses the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.