FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The The Vines Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the The Vines Small Business Loans
The Vines unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger The Vines Business Loans
What is the Larger The Vines Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may 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 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 process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply at standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements for determining the well-being of your company and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been running, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.