FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Jindalee Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Jindalee Small Business Loans
Jindalee unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Jindalee Business Loans
What is the Larger Jindalee Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any business need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a 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 in order to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you make your application during quality company times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply at normal business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects for determining how much we can lend you health of the business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the health that is your company as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business is in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit experts. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial 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 sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner makes use of the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.