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Auckland Unsecured Business Lending
Simple eligibility checklist

Small Business Loan Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility requirements for an unsecured business loan in Auckland of between $5K and $100K are fairly minimal.

  • Minimum of 6 months in business
  • A minimum of $6,000 in revenue per month
  • Be a New Zealand based business with a New Zealand Business Number (NZBN)
  • Passport or Driver’s License for evidence of identity
  • Make sure you have an account with a New Zealand bank as your primary account for trading
  • Bank statements from the past six months

Looking for more funding? Check out the eligibility requirements for our $100K to $500K company loans.

Quick application checklist

What do you need to apply

All you need for starting is your contact details (the name of your company and your name, as well as email and telephone) as well as the amount you’d like to lend, and your monthly revenue.

While in the process and before settlement we will need confirmation of your identity, but not to get started:

  • Idenfication details (valid Driver’s License)
  • Details of the business including time of trading owner details, trading time, as well as details of ownership and trading time, as well as NZBN (New Zealand Business Number)

In addition, once we have started when it comes to loans of more than $150,000 you will also require the following financial statements:

  • P&L statement
  • Aged payables
  • Aged receivables

Let’s get started now.

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 provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.

How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?

Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.

What can the Small Business Loan be used for?

The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.

Concerning Larger Auckland Business Loans

What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?

The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.

How is the Origination Fee determined?

This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.

Can I get the Larger Business Loan?

To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.

What can the funds be used for?

A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.

Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?

Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.

A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating 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 a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.

Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.

What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?

When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.

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, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
  • you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the 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 fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.

To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.

If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:

$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.

How quickly will I receive an answer?

For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request in quality business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within one business day.

For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.

The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.

How fast will I get the funds?

For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as one business day.

For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.

The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.

How much can I borrow?

We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess the health for your business and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.

When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine the health of your business and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.

Fees & repayments

How much do you charge for a business loan?

If you decide to apply for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.

What determines the amount I’m charged?

The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation and how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.

What are the charges?

There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no 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 can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.

The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.

Can I repay the loan early?

You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.

If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan experts. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.

How do repayments work?

To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.

Security & privacy

Will my information be secure?

Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.

Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?

Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.

About business loans

What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?

An asset-based loan is when a business owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.

The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.

Should I require security to secure an business loan?

Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.

Auckland Unsecured Business Lending Services

Unsecured Business Loans

Unsecured Business Loans

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