FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Port Noarlunga Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Port Noarlunga Small Business Loans
Port Noarlunga unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan and 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 either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Port Noarlunga Business Loans
What is the Larger Port Noarlunga Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any business use, including company 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 one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets and can include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request at standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess your well-being for your business and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you request our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business is in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful company lending professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.