FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Oakville Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Oakville Small Business Loans
Oakville unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Oakville Business Loans
What is the Larger Oakville Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all business need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as 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 guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, 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 is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Are I 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, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at quality company time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request at standard business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects for determining the health for your company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you request the company loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit specialists. The experts will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from assets they own to get a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.