FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The South Fremantle Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the South Fremantle Small Business Loans
South Fremantle unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger South Fremantle Business Loans
What is the Larger South Fremantle Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every company need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request in normal business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit 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 company and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company is in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as 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 techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.