FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Ardmore Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Ardmore Small Business Loans
Ardmore unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Ardmore Business Loans
What is the Larger Ardmore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply at quality business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in as little as the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply in standard business times and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health for your business and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful business loan professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of an asset they own to get a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.