FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Epping Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Epping Small Business Loans
Epping unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Epping Business Loans
What is the Larger Epping Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business purpose including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour if you apply during quality company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the 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. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application in standard business hours and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you health of the company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your health of your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for the company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been running as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.