FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Alexander Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Alexander Heights Small Business Loans
Alexander Heights unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Alexander Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Alexander Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment 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 for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company 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 records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 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 on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine the health of the company and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you apply for one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide an individualised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
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. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company lending professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial 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 secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money, however we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.