FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Fulham Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Fulham Small Business Loans
Fulham unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Fulham Business Loans
What is the Larger Fulham Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every business need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without 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 a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply within standard company times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors to determine the health of your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been running as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs 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 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses assets they own to secure the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.