FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Ascot Park Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Ascot Park Small Business Loans
Ascot Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Ascot Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Ascot Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as 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 required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to pay back 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 objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (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 quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply during standard company timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining your well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to assess your well-being of your business and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. The experts will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.