FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Chatswood West Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Chatswood West Small Business Loans
Chatswood West unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Chatswood West Business Loans
What is the Larger Chatswood West Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every company use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that exceeds $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $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: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in quality business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during normal business timings and you 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 statement, we’ll provide an answer within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your 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. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess your health for your business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess the health of your business and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been running as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company lending professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from an asset they own to make the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.