FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Queenstown Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Queenstown Small Business Loans
Queenstown unsecured loans provides 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 daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Queenstown Business Loans
What is the Larger Queenstown Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company must belong to 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 minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing 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 a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan 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 can apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application in standard business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables for determining the health for your company and the level of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess your well-being of the business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request one of our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company 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 factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been in operation, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated 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 amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.