FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Upper Swan Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Upper Swan Small Business Loans
Upper Swan unsecured loans offers 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 what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Upper Swan Business Loans
What is the Larger Upper Swan Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to repay 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250K or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess the well-being for your company and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business is in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business credit experts. They will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.