FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The St Johns Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the St Johns Small Business Loans
St Johns unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger St Johns Business Loans
What is the Larger St Johns Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any business need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the public notice of a legal 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 a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged 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 – as long as you make your application during standard company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables that determine the well-being of your company and the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been operating, how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.