FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Scoresby Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Scoresby Small Business Loans
Scoresby unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Scoresby Business Loans
What is the Larger Scoresby Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory 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 to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply within standard business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application within normal business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables in order to assess what is the well-being that is your company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine the health for your business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the company is in operation and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business loan specialists. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner makes use of the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.