FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Eastbourne Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Eastbourne Small Business Loans
Eastbourne unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Eastbourne Business Loans
What is the Larger Eastbourne Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost any business need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements for determining your health of the company and the level of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the health that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you request the company credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company is in operation, whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful business loan experts. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.