FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Singleton Small Business Loans
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Singleton unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Singleton Business Loans
What is the Larger Singleton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application within normal business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank 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 might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors in order to assess the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
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 money are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of an asset they own to make a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.