FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Ebdentown Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Ebdentown Small Business Loans
Ebdentown unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Ebdentown Business Loans
What is the Larger Ebdentown Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 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 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used 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 against assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during quality business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it may take 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 will consider a number of aspects in order to assess your health for your business and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been running and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending experts. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of the assets they have to get the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.