FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information 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 and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
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 term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The 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?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all company use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets and can be registered on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for 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, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months 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 credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply in quality company timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer an answer within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you apply during normal business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess the health of your business and the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine your well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you request business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been running as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, 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 in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.