FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for 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 and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you apply during standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you apply within standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can 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 particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables to determine what is the well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the health of the business and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business lending specialists. The experts will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, 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 being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises the assets they have to get the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.