FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business purpose including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, which could also be registered in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered 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 the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the 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 fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request during normal business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements 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 certain amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine what is the well-being of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you apply for the business loans, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the company has been running and how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loans professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.