FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Authers Seat Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Authers Seat Small Business Loans
Authers Seat unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your 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 have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Authers Seat Business Loans
What is the Larger Authers Seat Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost every company use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 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 simple and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard company times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply at standard business times and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to determine the health for your company and the level of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been running for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing 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 amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.