FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Jolimont Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Jolimont Small Business Loans
Jolimont unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Jolimont Business Loans
What is the Larger Jolimont 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 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request in quality business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us 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 or more) we usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application during normal business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess your well-being for your company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been operating 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 costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful company credit specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from the assets they have to get the 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 piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.