FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Officer Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Officer Small Business Loans
Officer unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Officer Business Loans
What is the Larger Officer Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application in standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your 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 deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request within normal business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements to determine what is the health of your company and the extent of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been operating, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. We will offer you with repayment details 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 plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential 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 sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure a company 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 need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.