FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Narre Warren Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Narre Warren Small Business Loans
Narre Warren unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Narre Warren Business Loans
What is the Larger Narre Warren Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost all business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during standard company hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors that determine the health of your business and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your well-being that is your business and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been operating as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan experts. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is an essential aspect 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 sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner uses assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.