FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ashburton Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Ashburton Small Business Loans
Ashburton unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Ashburton Business Loans
What is the Larger Ashburton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any company need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within quality company hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables that determine your health for your company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the company is in operation for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful company loans experts. We will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral aspect 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.