FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Altona Small Business Loans
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Altona unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Altona Business Loans
What is the Larger Altona Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the 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. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at normal business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements to determine what is the well-being of your business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the level of repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for our business credit, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been running as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and a vital part 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 sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.