FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Alfred Cove Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Alfred Cove Small Business Loans
Alfred Cove unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Alfred Cove Business Loans
What is the Larger Alfred Cove 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 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also 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 to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request during standard business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply during normal business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank 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 provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being that is your company and the level of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for the business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been running, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial 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 sensitive, personal as well as financial 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 to immediately verify 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)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner uses an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.