FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business need, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
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 on assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (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 to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan 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, plus interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply during quality business time and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the 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. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine the health for your business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request the company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans experts. They will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.