FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Authers Seat Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Authers Seat Small Business Loans
Authers Seat unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Authers Seat Business Loans
What is the Larger Authers Seat Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any company need, including business renovations, to purchase 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 a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The 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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), 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: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within quality business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine what is the well-being for your company and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to assess your health of your company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront 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 pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company loans experts. The specialists will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial 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 secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.