FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Ellerslie Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Ellerslie Small Business Loans
Ellerslie unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Ellerslie Business Loans
What is the Larger Ellerslie Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every business use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of 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 a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in quality business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within standard business time and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables that determine what is the health of the company and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine the health of the business and the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been running and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up 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% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner makes use of assets they own to make a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.