FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Footscray Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Footscray Small Business Loans
Footscray unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Footscray Business Loans
What is the Larger Footscray Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that 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 an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application at standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within an business day.
If you are applying 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 your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the 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 offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining what is the health of your company as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to determine the health of the business and the level of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.