FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Novar Gardens Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Novar Gardens Small Business Loans
Novar Gardens 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 that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Novar Gardens Business Loans
What is the Larger Novar Gardens Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you apply at quality business timings and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application during normal business time and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables to determine your health that is your business and the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been operating for, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner makes use of the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required before you can access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.