FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Junction Village Small Business Loans
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Junction Village unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, 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 Junction Village Business Loans
What is the Larger Junction Village 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 fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be 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 to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you make your application in quality company times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application during normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it may 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 specific amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess what is the well-being of your company and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been operating as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
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, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for 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 early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business credit specialists. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.