FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Oakford Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Oakford Small Business Loans
Oakford unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Oakford Business Loans
What is the Larger Oakford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for 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 required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250,000 or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
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 over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour if you make your application at standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour if you apply during normal business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may 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 consider a variety of variables in order to assess the health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the level of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business is in operation and how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure 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’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.