FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Aspendale Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Aspendale Small Business Loans
Aspendale unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Aspendale Business Loans
What is the Larger Aspendale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to 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 to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply at standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request in normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess your health that is your business and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the well-being of the business and the level of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment the company and offer an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company has been running and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending professionals. We will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.