FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Flinders Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Flinders Small Business Loans
Flinders unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Flinders Business Loans
What is the Larger Flinders Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all company use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your 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. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine the well-being of the business and the extent of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been running as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company lending specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and an integral aspect 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.