FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Fairfield Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Fairfield Small Business Loans
Fairfield unsecured loans offers 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.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Fairfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Fairfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for 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. It is usually by taking a charge over assets and can include registration with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an 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 a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply within quality business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application in normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements to determine the health of the business as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.