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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the O'Connor Small Business Loans
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O'Connor unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger O'Connor Business Loans
What is the Larger O'Connor Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any business use, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets and can include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during standard business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision within just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request at normal business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining how much we can lend you health of your business and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to assess the well-being of the company and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been running and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly business lending experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential 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 protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do require a 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 is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.