FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Springwood Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Springwood Small Business Loans
Springwood unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Springwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Springwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, 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 Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any company purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
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 against assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
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 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. 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 require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you apply within quality company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour if you submit your request at normal business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors for determining what is the health of the business and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the extent of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company is in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing 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 loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. They will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner uses an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or a business property 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 are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.