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 offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund 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 size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every company use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets and can be registered with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll 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 to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and 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 or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in quality company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour – provided you apply at standard business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of the company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your well-being of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been running for, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending specialists. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.