FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Altona North Small Business Loans
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Altona North unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Altona North Business Loans
What is the Larger Altona North Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application during quality company time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision within one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application during normal business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors in order to assess the well-being of your company and the extent of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been running as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business lending professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans 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 loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.