FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ardmore Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Ardmore Small Business Loans
Ardmore unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Ardmore Business Loans
What is the Larger Ardmore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every business need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay 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 items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at quality company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision within one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors to determine what is the well-being of your company and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess your well-being of your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you make an application for our business financing, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises assets they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.