FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Somers Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Somers Small Business Loans
Somers unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Somers Business Loans
What is the Larger Somers Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in 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, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated 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 in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 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 funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
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 on assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run 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 depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for 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.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at quality company timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, 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 elements for determining your well-being that is your company and the extent of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your health of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for our company financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the company is in operation, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses assets they own to get the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.