FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Strathewen Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Strathewen Small Business Loans
Strathewen unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Strathewen Business Loans
What is the Larger Strathewen Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any company use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (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 easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during standard company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit 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 – as long as you submit your request within normal business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine the well-being for your business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the health of the company and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for the company loan, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with 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 amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful business credit specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.