FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More 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. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and 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 between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined 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 in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business 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 a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at standard company times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply at standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining what is the well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the health for your company and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loan experts. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble 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.
Should I require security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form charges on assets.