FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Auckland Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined 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 that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all company need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply at quality company time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour if you apply in standard business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables to determine your well-being of your business and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess your well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. The experts will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner utilises the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.