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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Aubin Grove Small Business Loans
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Aubin Grove unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Aubin Grove Business Loans
What is the Larger Aubin Grove Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to pay back 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify 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 an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a 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 easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you apply at standard business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are 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 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your health of the company and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you apply for our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the 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 in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up 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 loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.