FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Frewville Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Frewville Small Business Loans
Frewville unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 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 traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Frewville Business Loans
What is the Larger Frewville Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be 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.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every business need, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is 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 requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the 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 simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during quality company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply during standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements that determine your health of your company and the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you request business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been running and how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in 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 loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business credit professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.