FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Flat Bush Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Flat Bush Small Business Loans
Flat Bush unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Flat Bush Business Loans
What is the Larger Flat Bush Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every company purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets and can be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous 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 business loan specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request at quality business timings and permit 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 statements we can provide an answer within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request within normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects for determining your well-being for your business and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the company is in operation, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee 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 an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.