FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
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 up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
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.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to pay back 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within standard company times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application during normal business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors in order to assess the well-being that is your company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company credit experts. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.