FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Chifley Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Chifley Small Business Loans
Chifley unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Chifley Business Loans
What is the Larger Chifley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request at standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, 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 specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine your well-being of your company and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you apply for the business loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been running for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit specialists. The professionals will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately 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)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.