FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Alfriston Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Alfriston Small Business Loans
Alfriston unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Alfriston Business Loans
What is the Larger Alfriston Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (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 business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application in quality company hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request in standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors that determine the health of the company as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine your health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been running as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.