FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Emerald Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Emerald Small Business Loans
Emerald unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Emerald Business Loans
What is the Larger Emerald Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost any business need, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you make your application during standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during normal business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine the health for your business and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the well-being of your company and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business is in operation, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company credit experts. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
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 your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast 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 utilises an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
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 do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.