FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Jarrahdale Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Jarrahdale Small Business Loans
Jarrahdale unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Jarrahdale Business Loans
What is the Larger Jarrahdale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all business need, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), 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: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within quality company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient 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 choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application at standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements for determining your health of your company and the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the well-being of your company and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been running as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs 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 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans experts. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner utilises the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.