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 and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Fulham Business Loans
What is the Larger Fulham Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every company use, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the 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 fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application at standard company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply in normal business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects for determining your well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess your well-being of your business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business credit, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loans experts. We will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner utilises assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, including 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 taken over by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money, however we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.