FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The South Lake Small Business Loans
Tell me about the South Lake Small Business Loans
South Lake unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the 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. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger South Lake Business Loans
What is the Larger South Lake Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
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 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every business use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being 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 you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within quality business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour if you make your application at standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess what is the health that is your company and the level of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess the well-being for your business and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business lending experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.