FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Chatswood Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Chatswood Small Business Loans
Chatswood unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Chatswood Business Loans
What is the Larger Chatswood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all business use, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application during standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables in order to assess the well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine your well-being of your business and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been running and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business lending specialists. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner uses assets they own to secure the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.