FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Stonefields Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Stonefields Small Business Loans
Stonefields unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Stonefields Business Loans
What is the Larger Stonefields Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to 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.
How can the funding be used for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all business need, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, which could also be registered in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during quality company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine your well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to determine the health for your business as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loan, 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 interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been running, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.