FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Chatswood Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Chatswood Small Business Loans
Chatswood unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Chatswood Business Loans
What is the Larger Chatswood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all company need, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements for determining what is the health for your company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the health of your company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been running for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral part 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 sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses an asset they own to make the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.