FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The St Ives Chase Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the St Ives Chase Small Business Loans
St Ives Chase unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger St Ives Chase Business Loans
What is the Larger St Ives Chase Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must 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 prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business purpose including business renovations, purchase of 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 requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails 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 the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you apply at quality business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to assess the well-being of the business and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises an asset they own to make the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.