FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Stonefields Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Stonefields Small Business Loans
Stonefields unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Stonefields Business Loans
What is the Larger Stonefields Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply at standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors in order to assess your health for your business and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the health of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been in operation, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company 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 of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.