FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Emerton Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Emerton Small Business Loans
Emerton unsecured loans provides amounts of 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.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Emerton Business Loans
What is the Larger Emerton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined 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 business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay 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 objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company 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’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during standard business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request in normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining your health for your business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine the well-being of the company and the level of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loans, 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. A company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company loan specialists. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner uses the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.