FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Orelia Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Orelia Small Business Loans
Orelia unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Orelia Business Loans
What is the Larger Orelia Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any business use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as 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 required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour if you make your application during quality company times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business timings and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining your health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending experts. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.