FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Alexander Heights Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Alexander Heights Small Business Loans
Alexander Heights unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and 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 size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that 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 have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost every business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during quality business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine your well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request the business loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company is in operation, whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up 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 amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated 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, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and an integral element 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 protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.