FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Avalon Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Avalon Small Business Loans
Avalon unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Avalon Business Loans
What is the Larger Avalon Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to 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 funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company 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 records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during standard company timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables for determining your health of your company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine the well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request the company loans, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been operating as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit specialists. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.