FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Ellenbrook Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Ellenbrook Small Business Loans
Ellenbrook unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Ellenbrook Business Loans
What is the Larger Ellenbrook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all company purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a 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 simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth 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 bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply during standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements that determine the health that is your company as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your health that is your company and the level of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for the business credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business is in operation and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. The professionals will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital part 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 financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money, however we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.