FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Flat Bush Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Flat Bush Small Business Loans
Flat Bush unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Flat Bush Business Loans
What is the Larger Flat Bush Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is 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 the company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also 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 to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central 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 permits priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
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: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within standard company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining what is the health for your business and the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been running and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a 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 decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loans professionals. The professionals will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital 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 protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of the assets they have to make the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having 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 using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.