FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Inglewood Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Inglewood Small Business Loans
Inglewood unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Inglewood Business Loans
What is the Larger Inglewood 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 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable 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 that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be based 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, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within quality company timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine the well-being for your company and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you request our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been running, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loan professionals. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.