FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Emerald Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Emerald Small Business Loans
Emerald unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Emerald Business Loans
What is the Larger Emerald Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make 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 some financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the 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 fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within 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 verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application within normal business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the well-being of your company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine your well-being of the company 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 much should you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loan professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.