FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Officer South Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Officer South Small Business Loans
Officer South unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Officer South Business Loans
What is the Larger Officer South Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own 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 three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request in quality company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements that determine what is the well-being of the company and the level of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the company has been operating and whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.