FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the New Zealand Small Business Loans
Tell me more about New Zealand Small Business Loans
New Zealand unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger New Zealand Business Loans
What is the Larger New Zealand Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any company reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application in quality company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application during standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables for determining what is the well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the health of your business and the level of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loans professionals. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises an asset they own to make the funding. 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 as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.