FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ardmore Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Ardmore Small Business Loans
Ardmore unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Ardmore Business Loans
What is the Larger Ardmore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all business need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months 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 bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application in quality company timings and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you have signed the 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 transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you request business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business is in operation, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing 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.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company credit experts. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.