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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The St Kilda Small Business Loans
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St Kilda unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger St Kilda Business Loans
What is the Larger St Kilda Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any company use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to repay 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The 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 prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply within quality business time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer within an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about 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 on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply in standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements that determine your well-being of your business and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loans, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been running for, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company credit professionals. The professionals will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows 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 an business owner uses the assets they have to get the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.