FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Eaglemont Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Eaglemont Small Business Loans
Eaglemont unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Eaglemont Business Loans
What is the Larger Eaglemont Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company 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 the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every business use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help 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 assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour – provided you make your application at normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables that determine the well-being of the company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess your health for your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business is in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.