FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Eaglemont Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Eaglemont Small Business Loans
Eaglemont unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Eaglemont Business Loans
What is the Larger Eaglemont Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard company hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the extent of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and 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 request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of 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.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral 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 secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.