FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Judgeford Small Business Loans
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Judgeford unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Judgeford Business Loans
What is the Larger Judgeford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all company use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (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 an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in quality company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors that determine the well-being for your business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the well-being for your business and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the business is in operation for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial aspect 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 dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner uses an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.