FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all company use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
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 for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at quality business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application in normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors for determining what is the well-being of your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine your well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated 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 of huge importance 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 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses the assets they have to make a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.