FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Aotea Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Aotea Small Business Loans
Aotea unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Aotea Business Loans
What is the Larger Aotea Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any company use, 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 a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine what is the well-being of your business as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine your well-being of your company and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been operating for, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take 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 earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company lending professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and is an essential element 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from assets they own to secure the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be taken over 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 require security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.