FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Fingal Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Fingal Small Business Loans
Fingal unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Fingal Business Loans
What is the Larger Fingal Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every company use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (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. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial 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 up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at standard company times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during normal business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects for determining your health of your company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess your well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation and how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any 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 absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
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. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses assets they own to secure the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.