FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Fawkner Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Fawkner Small Business Loans
Fawkner unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Fawkner Business Loans
What is the Larger Fawkner Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last 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 calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every company need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during quality company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour if you apply during standard business timings and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects for determining how much we can lend you well-being of your business and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the health that is your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company is in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company lending professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial part 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.