FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Avondale Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Avondale Small Business Loans
Avondale unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Avondale Business Loans
What is the Larger Avondale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every business use, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during standard business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply during normal business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the health of the business and the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company financing, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for 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 business is in operation and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.