FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Avonsleigh Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Avonsleigh Small Business Loans
Avonsleigh unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Avonsleigh Business Loans
What is the Larger Avonsleigh Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for almost all business need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to 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 and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard company timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within standard business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects for determining what is the health of the company and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to assess the well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request the business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of assets they own to make the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an company 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. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.