FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ellenbrook Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Ellenbrook Small Business Loans
Ellenbrook unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Ellenbrook Business Loans
What is the Larger Ellenbrook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every business need, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest has been 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 minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables that determine your well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses the assets they have to obtain the funding. 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 vast majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.