FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Albany Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Albany Small Business Loans
Albany unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds 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 an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Albany Business Loans
What is the Larger Albany Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to 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 of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any business reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
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 at least 18 years old, 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 three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application during quality business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to 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 to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within normal business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors to determine the well-being of the business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the company has been in operation as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful business lending specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance 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 techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can 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 borrows from the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.