FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Oakleigh East Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Oakleigh East Small Business Loans
Oakleigh East unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range 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 the traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Oakleigh East Business Loans
What is the Larger Oakleigh East Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all company need, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal 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 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been operating, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
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. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business credit experts. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner uses an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.