FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ellenbrook Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Ellenbrook Small Business Loans
Ellenbrook unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Ellenbrook Business Loans
What is the Larger Ellenbrook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This 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?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost any company purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and 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 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 complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you make your application during quality business times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes 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 look at a variety of elements to determine your well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the well-being of the business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the company has been running as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses 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. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship 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 the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funding. 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 vast majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.