FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ormiston Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Ormiston Small Business Loans
Ormiston unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Ormiston Business Loans
What is the Larger Ormiston Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any business use, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business 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 registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
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 at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within quality business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with 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 can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you make your application at standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess what is the well-being of the business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the health of the business and the level of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for the business loan, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.