FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Joslin Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Joslin Small Business Loans
Joslin unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Joslin Business Loans
What is the Larger Joslin Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all business use, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing 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 that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business 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 transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within quality business timings and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors that determine what is the well-being of the business and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine your well-being of your company and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no 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 are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company credit experts. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.