FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Ngauranga Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Ngauranga Small Business Loans
Ngauranga unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Ngauranga Business Loans
What is the Larger Ngauranga Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call 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), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within normal business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the health that is your business and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you apply for our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating and how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of assets they own to get a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.