FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Elizabeth East Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Elizabeth East Small Business Loans
Elizabeth East unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be 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, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Elizabeth East Business Loans
What is the Larger Elizabeth East Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every company use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply at quality company time and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application within normal business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors for determining how much we can lend you health for your company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine your health of your company and the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business financing, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been operating for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan experts. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.