FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have 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 trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during quality company times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request during normal business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess the well-being for your company and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the well-being of the company and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you request our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been operating for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit experts. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral element 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from an asset they own to make the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.