FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Eyre Small Business Loans
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Eyre 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 is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Eyre Business Loans
What is the Larger Eyre Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used for almost all business purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within standard company times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you apply at normal business time and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining how much we can lend you health of your business and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the well-being for your business and the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request the business credit, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with 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% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful business credit experts. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with 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 dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.