FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Scarborough Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Scarborough Small Business Loans
Scarborough unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Scarborough Business Loans
What is the Larger Scarborough Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as 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 up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request at standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it can take 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 will consider a number of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been operating, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a 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 earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly company lending professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.