FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost any company purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or 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 required for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard company times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour if you make your application at standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the level of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request the company loan, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide an individualised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been operating for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company credit specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises assets they own to make the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.