FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the 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 growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (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 any business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at quality business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request at normal business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine what is the health of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your well-being of your business and the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. They will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.