FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Oaklands Park Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Oaklands Park Small Business Loans
Oaklands Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Oaklands Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Oaklands Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or making 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 who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be on 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 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 and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application in quality company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply at standard business hours and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining your health for your business as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to request our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of assets they own to get the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.