FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Essendon Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Essendon Small Business Loans
Essendon unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Essendon Business Loans
What is the Larger Essendon Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets and can include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request in standard company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide an answer within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within six 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 specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in normal business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine your well-being for your company and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the well-being of the business and the level of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request our business credit, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial element 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 personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses assets they own to get the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just 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 sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.