FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ellis Lane Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Ellis Lane Small Business Loans
Ellis Lane unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to 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 in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Ellis Lane Business Loans
What is the Larger Ellis Lane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. The applicant must also 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 to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
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)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within quality business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application at standard business timings and permit us to make use of 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 can provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, right 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 request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money, however we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.