FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Freemans Bay Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Freemans Bay Small Business Loans
Freemans Bay unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Freemans Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Freemans Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate 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 loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $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 the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all company need, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets and can include registration in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
The 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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a 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 fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply within quality company time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the 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 verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining how much we can lend you health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the health of your business and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been operating, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.