FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Orelia Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Orelia Small Business Loans
Orelia unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used 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 growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are 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% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as 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 necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (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 quick and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in quality business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects that determine the well-being of your business as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company has been running, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans experts. The professionals will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order 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 your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses an asset they own to get the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.