FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Otahuhu Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Otahuhu Small Business Loans
Otahuhu unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Otahuhu Business Loans
What is the Larger Otahuhu Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able 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 registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease 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 made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid 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 credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you apply during quality company timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application within normal business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health of your company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your health of the company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been running and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. The professionals will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.