FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Elwood Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Elwood Small Business Loans
Elwood unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Elwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Elwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost every company use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as 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 needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within quality company timings and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables to determine your health for your business and the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to assess the health of the company and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.