FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Somerville Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Somerville Small Business Loans
Somerville unsecured loans provides 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 this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Somerville Business Loans
What is the Larger Somerville Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (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 process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply within quality business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you request the business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.