FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all company use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request in standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application at standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements that determine the health for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your health for your business and the level of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you request business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner uses the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.