FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Quandong Small Business Loans
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Quandong unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Quandong Business Loans
What is the Larger Quandong Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (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 to fund almost all company use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower 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 contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be subject to 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 over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within quality company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision within just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in normal business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors that determine what is the health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine the well-being of your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital element 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 personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.