FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Elizabeth Small Business Loans
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Elizabeth unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Elizabeth Business Loans
What is the Larger Elizabeth Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company purpose including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor 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 reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
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 over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during quality business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you apply in standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine the well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loan, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been operating and how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with 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 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner borrows from the assets they have to get a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.