FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ascot Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Ascot Small Business Loans
Ascot unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Ascot Business Loans
What is the Larger Ascot Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 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 Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets and can be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular 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 register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as 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 up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision within just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application at standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine what is the well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to assess the health of the company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to request the company loans, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been running for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. The experts will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.