FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Aldinga Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Aldinga Small Business Loans
Aldinga unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Aldinga Business Loans
What is the Larger Aldinga Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for almost any business need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in standard business times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application within standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide 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 what is the well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you apply for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been running, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business lending professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential element 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 financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.