FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Essendon West Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Essendon West Small Business Loans
Essendon West unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Essendon West Business Loans
What is the Larger Essendon West Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that 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?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application during standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements to determine the health for your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to determine the health that is your company and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you apply for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been running and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans experts. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.