FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as 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 expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets and can be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour if you submit your request within standard company timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour if you submit your request in normal business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables for determining what is the well-being for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the company has been operating as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loan specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.