FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Albany Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Albany Small Business Loans
Albany unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising, 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 Albany Business Loans
What is the Larger Albany Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (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 Business Loan can be used for almost all company need, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as 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 to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$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 twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within quality business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request at normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors that determine the well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the well-being of your company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses assets they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.