FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Strathmore Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Strathmore Heights Small Business Loans
Strathmore Heights unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Strathmore Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Strathmore Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been trading 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 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs 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 contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you apply in standard company time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision within just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements to determine your well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the health that is your company and the level of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the company financing, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company is in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business loan experts. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify 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 uses the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.