FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Eglinton Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Eglinton Small Business Loans
Eglinton unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Eglinton Business Loans
What is the Larger Eglinton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion 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 your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every company use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets and can be registered through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for 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 simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in standard company times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors for determining your well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess your well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business is in operation and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments 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 knowing how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.