FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Yallambie Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Yallambie Small Business Loans
Yallambie unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Yallambie Business Loans
What is the Larger Yallambie Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that 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 of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets and can be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you make your application within standard company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application in standard business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine your health of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess your health that is your company and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your 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 business loan?
When you make an application for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard 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 employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.