FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Somerville Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Somerville Small Business Loans
Somerville unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Somerville Business Loans
What is the Larger Somerville Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any company need, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets and can include registration with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document 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 of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be subject to 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply during quality company time and let us utilise the 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 an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during normal business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, it can take 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 particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your well-being for your company and the level of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the well-being of the company and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation and how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company lending experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises the assets they have to get the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.