FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Frankston Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Frankston Small Business Loans
Frankston unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Frankston Business Loans
What is the Larger Frankston Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost any business purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to do 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 some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
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 over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard company timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply during normal business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors that determine what is the health of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses 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. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company credit experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect 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 secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner uses assets they own to make the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.