FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Eastern Beach Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Eastern Beach Small Business Loans
Eastern Beach unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Eastern Beach Business Loans
What is the Larger Eastern Beach Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every business use, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the 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 quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application in quality company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess what is the well-being for your company and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you request the business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs 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 choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.