FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Fairview Park Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Fairview Park Small Business Loans
Fairview Park unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Fairview Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Fairview Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business 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 prove at least 6 months of trading (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 simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during quality company times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending 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. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within normal business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision in just 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 about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine the health of the company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess your well-being of the company and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced 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 am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been operating for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
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 choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner borrows from assets they own to make the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.