FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Flemington Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Flemington Small Business Loans
Flemington unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Flemington Business Loans
What is the Larger Flemington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (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. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply within quality business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide the decision in just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application at normal business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine what is the health that is your company and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful business lending professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.