FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all company purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, 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 – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour if you apply at standard company timings and let us utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision within an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you make your application at normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine the well-being that is your company and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to determine your well-being of the company and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for our business financing, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact 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 that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business is in operation as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital part 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses assets they own to get the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure 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 means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.