FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The St Kilda Small Business Loans
Let me know more about St Kilda Small Business Loans
St Kilda unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger St Kilda Business Loans
What is the Larger St Kilda Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease 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 an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 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 quick and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) 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 to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $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 financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard company times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you apply within normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine the health for your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan experts. The professionals will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship 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 customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.