FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Strathmore Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Strathmore Small Business Loans
Strathmore unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Strathmore Business Loans
What is the Larger Strathmore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of 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 amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every business need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
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 objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After 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 agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply in normal business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the 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 agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements that determine what is the health of the company and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you request the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business loans specialists. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.