FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Strathmore Park Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Strathmore Park Small Business Loans
Strathmore Park unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Strathmore Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Strathmore Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost any company reason, such as business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, which could also be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay 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 registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application within quality business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables for determining the well-being for your company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the well-being that is your company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the company loan, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the company is in operation and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business loan experts. They will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using 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 plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner borrows from an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.