FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference 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 be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
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 range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
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?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for 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 easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application within quality business hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements, it takes 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 certain amount, we consider a variety of factors in order to assess your health that is your company as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of the business and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company is in operation and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loans specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.