FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Nelson Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Nelson Small Business Loans
Nelson unsecured loans provides 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.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Nelson Business Loans
What is the Larger Nelson Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used for almost all business use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply at standard company hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess your health of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the health of your business and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you request one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company loans specialists. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us 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 an asset they own to get the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.