FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Jacana Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Jacana Small Business Loans
Jacana unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Jacana Business Loans
What is the Larger Jacana Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial 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 be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all company use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is 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 the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may 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 transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within quality company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply during normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining the health of the business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to request our business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on business 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 business is in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and at what time, from day one. 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 are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful business loan specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner uses an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.