FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Aldinga Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Aldinga Small Business Loans
Aldinga unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Aldinga Business Loans
What is the Larger Aldinga Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to 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 continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply at quality company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business times and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements for determining what is the health that is your company and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being that is your company and the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you request one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been running and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business loans specialists. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money, however we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.