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 between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or 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 company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for almost all business use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets and can include registration on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess what is the health that is your company and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to determine your well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure 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 make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.