FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The South Plympton Small Business Loans
Let me know about the South Plympton Small Business Loans
South Plympton unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger South Plympton Business Loans
What is the Larger South Plympton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for 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. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable 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 records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (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 in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you apply within quality business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour – provided you apply in standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine the health for your company as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the health for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been running and whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly company credit specialists. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.