FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the East Victoria Park Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the East Victoria Park Small Business Loans
East Victoria Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger East Victoria Park Business Loans
What is the Larger East Victoria Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every company need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and 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 is by taking a charge over assets and can be registered in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and 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 need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at quality company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application in standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables that determine your well-being for your company and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been operating and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
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 do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral 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 secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.