FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Epping Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Epping Small Business Loans
Epping unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Epping Business Loans
What is the Larger Epping Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any business need, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registration in 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 defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to apply for this 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 not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard company hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six 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 agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine what is the well-being that is your business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to assess the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request the business loans, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises assets they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.