FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Vista Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Vista Small Business Loans
Vista unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Vista Business Loans
What is the Larger Vista Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any company need, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The 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 over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (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. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for 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.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and 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 provide an answer within an hour if you apply in standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in as little as one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed the 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. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply during normal business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of your business and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been operating and whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit experts. The specialists will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.