FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Salisbury Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Salisbury Small Business Loans
Salisbury unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the 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 on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Salisbury Business Loans
What is the Larger Salisbury Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
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?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every business need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets and can be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can 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 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during standard business timings and let us utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within standard business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for our business credit, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loan specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial 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 protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner makes use of an asset they own to make the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.