FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The The Spit Small Business Loans
Tell me about the The Spit Small Business Loans
The Spit unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger The Spit Business Loans
What is the Larger The Spit Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all company use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated 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 granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within standard company time and let us utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide a decision within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess the health of your business and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you request our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company is in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.