FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The South Guildford Small Business Loans
Let me know about the South Guildford Small Business Loans
South Guildford unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a 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 cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger South Guildford Business Loans
What is the Larger South Guildford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including business renovations, to purchase 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets and can be registered on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (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 business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in quality company timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve 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 particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine your health for your company as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you request our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in 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 repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company loans experts. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial 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 protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.