FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Elizabeth Park Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Elizabeth Park Small Business Loans
Elizabeth Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Elizabeth Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Elizabeth Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every business need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a 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’ worth of transactions (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 simple and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, 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 statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request during quality company hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply during normal business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess the health of your business and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the level of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you request the company loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been running, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us 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 the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.