FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Edinburgh North Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Edinburgh North Small Business Loans
Edinburgh North unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that 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 phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Edinburgh North Business Loans
What is the Larger Edinburgh North Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any company reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as 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 needed to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a 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. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining the well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on 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 as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business credit professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast 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 could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.