FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Chiswick Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Chiswick Small Business Loans
Chiswick unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Chiswick Business Loans
What is the Larger Chiswick Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost every business need, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of more than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you apply during standard company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application at standard business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements to determine your well-being of your business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been running as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.