FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Stokes Valley Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Stokes Valley Small Business Loans
Stokes Valley unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Stokes Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger Stokes Valley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for 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 that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (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 fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, 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 to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in quality company timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request during normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess what is the well-being of your business and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your health that is your business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request the company loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been running, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. We will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises an asset they own to make the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.