FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Ascot Park Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Ascot Park Small Business Loans
Ascot Park unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Ascot Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Ascot Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so 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’s by way of charge over assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply within quality company times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you make your application in standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of the business and the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business credit professionals. The specialists will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner makes use of assets they own to get the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.