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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Albert Park Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Albert Park Small Business Loans
Albert Park unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Albert Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Albert Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets and can include registration with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within quality company time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply during normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine what is the health that is your company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess your well-being of your company and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the company is in operation, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
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 proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit experts. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.