FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of 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 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request at normal business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess your well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine your well-being that is your business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for our business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loan professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal 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 link to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.