FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Arcadia Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Arcadia Small Business Loans
Arcadia unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Arcadia Business Loans
What is the Larger Arcadia Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all company need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have 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 at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during standard company time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour – provided you apply at standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship 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 the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses assets they own to get the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.