FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The St Johns Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the St Johns Small Business Loans
St Johns unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger St Johns Business Loans
What is the Larger St Johns Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost every business reason, such as company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at standard company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application at normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects for determining the health of the business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your well-being for your business and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business is in operation, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner borrows from the assets they have to get a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.