FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The East Ryde Small Business Loans
Tell me more about East Ryde Small Business Loans
East Ryde 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.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger East Ryde Business Loans
What is the Larger East Ryde Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business 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 contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits 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 provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply in quality business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After 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 within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply during normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining the health for your company as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to assess the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business is in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. The specialists will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses an asset they own to get the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.