FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Albany Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Albany Small Business Loans
Albany unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Albany Business Loans
What is the Larger Albany Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost all company reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (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 - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 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 bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in standard company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer a decision in as little as an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 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 deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request at normal business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects for determining your well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business financing, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business is in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from an asset they own to make a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.