FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Chifley Small Business Loans
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Chifley unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Chifley Business Loans
What is the Larger Chifley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every company use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details 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 as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application in quality company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application in standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of elements that determine your health of the company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the well-being of the company and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been running, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit specialists. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer a fast 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 borrows from an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.