FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Epping Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Epping Small Business Loans
Epping unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Epping Business Loans
What is the Larger Epping Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any company reason, such as business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up 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 business credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application in quality company time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you make your application during normal business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables that determine the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been running and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
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 are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from an asset they own to make the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.