FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Altona North Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Altona North Small Business Loans
Altona North unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to your 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 on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About 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 fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your business must belong to 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 to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for almost all business need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to repay 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 that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply 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 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application within quality business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply in normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors to determine your health of your business and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to assess your well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been operating and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and 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 interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.