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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Opaheke Small Business Loans
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Opaheke unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Opaheke Business Loans
What is the Larger Opaheke Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 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 upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements that determine how much we can lend you health of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been operating and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the 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 what you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loans specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential 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 commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.