FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Vogeltown Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Vogeltown Small Business Loans
Vogeltown unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Vogeltown Business Loans
What is the Larger Vogeltown Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets and can be registered on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to repay 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 that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request in standard business time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply in normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine what is the health for your business as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the extent of repayments 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 a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business is in operation as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business loan specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, 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 make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.